Mayan Mystery Unveiled has 1 rating and 1 review. Paula said: Loved the subject matter and its eerie plot. Interesting idea, I would love to read another.
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It's the ideal place to rest and unwind. All rooms are rustic, wooden bungalows, built over the water. This beautiful little fort, in a tranquil setting on the banks of the lake, was restored to it's former glory in the s and is the only one of its kind in Guatemala. It is an exciting place to explore with its maze of dark chambers. Next is another highlight of the trip.
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The Rio Dulce river flows through spectacular deep gorges with tropical vegetation and vines clinging to sheer cliff faces before reaching the Bay of Amatique on the Caribbean Coast of Guatemala. Along the banks are a strange mix of the luxurious homes of wealthy Guatemalans and the simple huts of the local families who by night fish the river that is their only link with the outside world.
Civilisation seems a long way away Views of the Rio Dulce. Click on photos for larger images Whilst admiring the tremendous beauty of the Rio Dulce, the canyon, the wild animals, the birdlife and the tropical rainforest, it should be remembered that hidden behind this beauty is more poverty than any other region of Guatemala.
More than 6, Kek'chi Mayan Indians live in over 50 isolated villages in the mountains along the river. Most have been displaced by politcal violence from their homes in the highlands. They now suffer lack of medical care, education facilities and opportunities to support their families. Project Ak Tenemit is a community development project dedicated to empowering indigenous communities through grassroots programmes in health, education and income generation. Tell your boat captain if you wish to visit to see for yourselves the wonderful work they are doing. You can admire the local handicrafts that are made by the older children.
In a small way, you too will have helped to contribute to the area you are visiting. Anyone wishing to take along items to donate are encouraged to do so and we have a list of suitable things that would be most welcome.
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Your destination is Livingston, which can only be reached by boat. A lovely way to enjoy the sunset at the end of the day is a relaxing swim in the huge swimming pool which has an amazing view of the bay. On arriving in Livingston it is important to visit the Customs and Immigration office which is directly over the road from the hotel entrance and let them know you are departing Guatemala tomorrow. They will need your passport and departure tax to complete the formalities. You will be met at the dock on arrival. It is a 20 minute drive to Big Falls where you will spend the next three nights at the beautiful Lodge at Big Falls.
The Lodge offers elegant accommodation, fine food and relaxation in a peaceful riverside setting. An unforgettable holiday experience. After settling into your cabana it is time for a relaxing afternoon dory trip upstream from the lodge with the on-site guide. Observe the bird and animal life as the sun sets and the shadows fall across the river. Many nesting birds can be observed during the spring. Lubaantun is situated on a tall ridge above a valley cut by the Columbia River and is the largest Maya site in Southern Belize. This ancient city is unique within the Mayan World in that the temples were built with no mortar binding together the thousands of masterfully hand-cut, carved and fitted limestone block.
Eleven large structures tower above five main plazas and three ball courts. A few burial tombs are also present. The famous yet controversial crystal skull was supposedly discovered on New Year's Eve by Anna Mitchell-Hedges, adopted daughter of archaeologist, F.
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It was her seventeenth birthday and they were on an expedition to Belize then British Honduras seeking the lost City of Atlantis. This perfectly shaped human skull carved from an 8 inch block of solid pure rock crystal is still possessed by Anna who lives in Canada. The origin of the crystal skull remains a mystery. It is estimated the skull may be up to 12, years old.
It is believed that the skull was shaped by a succession of Mayan priests. It is thought it may have taken over years of man hours to complete the skull and it is said to bring a curse on those who mock it. Observers have reported sounds, odours and amazing light effects.
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Recent laboratory tests that were carried out by Hewlett-Packard Company, Santa Clara, California reveal the skull has optical properties which would be virtually impossible to duplicate with modern day equipment so the mystery lives on Knowing that such tradition is frequently based on truth, this folklorist visited Belize several more times, seeking to understand that tradition. Using what he learned, he wrote 'Mayan Mystery Unveiled, ' a novel telling why these ancient people abruptly walked away from their cities and from the religion that had led them to their marvelous achievements.
Join the author and his companions in this exciting journey as they explore pyramids and palaces that had been hidden by the jungle for a thousand years, searching for the answer.
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This book is not yet featured on Listopia. Oct 12, Paula rated it it was amazing. Loved the subject matter and its eerie plot.
Interesting idea, I would love to read another like this about Meso-American peoples, particularly the Mayans, Olmecs, Toltecs, etc. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. Books by Glenn Lawson. Trivia About Mayan Mystery Unv