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

Every little piece we can obtain from the excavations is fundamental, like a piece of the larger puzzle we are putting ...

Before the arrival of Columbus, the Americas were home to diverse and sophisticated civilizations that shaped the continent’s history and culture. This video provides a detailed map-based summary of ...

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

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

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

DNA reveals Maya genetic continuity over 3,000 years Copán elites had ties to highland Mexican populations Collapse was not extinction, but cultural transformation ...

Beneath the surface of present-day western Honduras lie the ruins of Copán—an archaeological site that once stood as a vital ...

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 complex in northern Guatemala, revealing a treasure trove of ...

Archaeologists have uncovered an ancient Maya city in northern Guatemala, revealing pyramids, murals, and statues.