This post is mostly a photographic presentation of Mayan monuments from Copán, Honduras. Continue reading “Mayan monuments from Copán, Honduras”
Olmécs and Maya used compass for the orientation of their buildings?
Fuson (1969) and Carlson (1975) claim that Olmécs and Maya knew and used a (lodestone) compass for the orientation of pyramids, ceremonial and other important buildings. Continue reading “Olmécs and Maya used compass for the orientation of their buildings?”
Maya large road network found in Guatemala jungle
High-tech scanning has revealed a network of Maya roads in the jungle of Guatemala. The causeways stretch over 150 miles and were used by the Maya for travel and transporting goods. Continue reading “Maya large road network found in Guatemala jungle”