Scientists studied the genetic makeup of seven Maya individuals—including one who was the victim of human sacrifice.

These findings offer valuable insights into human history, population dynamics, and the eventual collapse of the Classic Maya ...

A pioneering study is unveiling the genetic history of the Classic Maya civilization, providing fresh perspectives on their ...

The ancient site is believed to be one of the earliest and most significant ceremonial centers of the Maya civilization in ...

Archaeologists have uncovered a nearly 3,000-year-old Mayan city deep in Guatemala's northern jungle, revealing pyramids, ...

Experts say Los Abuelos, which contains pyramids and monuments, point to its significance as an important ceremonial site.

Is your knowledge of the ancient Maya as extraordinary as their pyramids?

A new DNA study of ancient remains from Copán, Honduras, reveals deep links between the ancient Maya and modern-day ...

Archaeologists have discovered the remains of a nearly 3,000-year-old Mayan complex in Guatemala, revealing sanctuaries, ...

A new study uses genome analysis to show the decline, not erasure, of the ancient Maya civilization. Researchers compared the genomes of seven skeletons to previously sequenced sets from across ...