This sun-drenched Mexican coast brings together the natural wonders of the Yucatan Peninsula with the towering pyramids of the Mayan civilisation and the incredible culture they left behind for the rest of humanity. It’s a relaxing mix of postcard-perfect tropical beaches, elegant resorts, stunning aquatic wonders and some of the world’s most popular archaeological sites.
The Maya are one of the most representative living indigenous cultures of the Americas, with a presence in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador and Belize.
In their heyday, between 300 and 900 AD, they were noted for their scientific knowledge, the creation of complex calendars and the construction of monumental pyramids, urbanised cities and astronomical observatories.