Remains of an Ancient Mayan Kitchen Found in Mexico



A 1,000-year-old Mayan kitchen was recently found in Kabah, Yucatán, Mexico. To learn more about the wealth of archaeological ruins in Mexico, stop by Mexicotoday.org.

Tid-Bit of Yucatán's Mayan Cultural

Did you know that it was a punishment for a Maya to have his or her hair cut? Both men and women kept their thick, black hair long, although there were differences in the headdresses that were worn. According to an eminent Mayanist archaeologist, Dr. Sylvanus G. Morley, the Mayas displayed great magnificence in their headdresses. The frame was probably made from wicker or wood, shaped in the form of the head of a jaguar, bird, or serpent, or even the head of one of their gods.

In his book “La Civilización Maya”, Dr. Sylvanus G. Morley states that the men burned the top of the head in order to keep it free of hair. Then they braided the rest of the long hair and rolled the braid into a sort of crown, leaving a tail which fell down the back.

Mundo Maya 2012 Video

This video is a little hint of what's to come in terms of events, news and things to do in Mexico for Mundo Maya 2012. Mundo Maya 2012 aims to celebrate the Mayan indians, as well as Mayan culture, archaeology and heritage as we get closer to the famed year of 2012.

The Most Beautiful Destinations in North America

Would you like to see the most beautiful destinations in North America? High on the list of must-see destinations is Tulum, Mexico. Tulum is a Pre-Columbian Mayan city in the Yucatan Peninsula that offers a beautiful landscape and is becoming a new tourist destination with its mix of beach and culture. Lush natural vistas mixed with dramatic Mayan ruins create a one-of-a-kind location.

The best part is it's only a few hours away from Riviera Nayarit.Click here to see the rest of the pictures!