Yaxha

Peten, Peten, Guatemala

Ancient Cities

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About Yaxha

Yaxha in Guatemala’s Peten region is an ancient Maya site containing several incredible pyramids as well as other structures such as ball courts and also carved stelae.

From its vast size – it’s not much smaller than Tikal – and its many monuments, it appears that Yaxha was an important settlement for the Maya people, although little is known about its origins.

Main image by Walter Rodriguez (cc).

Ancient Cities

World Pyramids

Tikal

Tikal in Guatemala was a major Maya site of great ceremonial importance. Its well-preserved ruins are listed by UNESCO.

Ceibal

Ceibal is an ancient Maya settlement site in northern Guatemala.

Aguateca

Aguateca was an important Maya capital city in Guatemala which was dramatically destroyed.

Dos Pilas

Dos Pilas was a major Maya city which succumbed to the ravages of warfare.

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Yaxha

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Location

Peten, Peten, Guatemala

Categories

Early Modern, Guatemala, Ancient City, Pyramid

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