The Maya Early Classic period saw a rise in monumental architecture and hieroglyphic narratives as new cities rose to ...

The mask has been reburied for its own protection. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A giant Mayan mask as tall as a person has ...

CHIAPAS, MEXICO—According to a statement released by Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History, over the past decade, a collection of 700-year-old stucco sculptures has been unearthed at ...

The pyramid-building Maya reigned over much of Central America. Today, descendants keep Maya history alive—a sign of resilience. This sculpture of the head of a Mayan warrior found in the Temple of ...