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Belize Side Trips |
Altun Ha Ruins: Mayan for the "Rockstone Pond"
was a relatively small Mayan community, estimated from
3000-10,000 people but was affluent and important as a
strategically located trading and ceremonial center.
This site is well know for the discovery of the largest Mayan jade carving ever found. This solid jade head named Kinich Ahau ("The Sun God") weighs nine pounds.
Altun Ha dates back to 600BC and was an
active Mayan town until 900AD, the end of the Mayan era.
The beautifully groomed surroundings and quick access from
Belize City makes a visit to this Mayan Center a must for the
whole family. Detailed Information on Lamanai Ruins:Lamani Ruins Mayan for "Submerged Crocodile".
Located beneath the jungle
canopy along The New River Lagoon is second largest Mayan Site
in Belize, Lamanai. Lamanai was first Occupied from 1500BC
up until the nineteenth century, making it the longest know
occupation of the Mayan era.Hundreds of structures have been identified in the two square mile area of Lamanai. The most impressive Lamanai structures are the Masked Temple, the High Temple, the Ball Court and Temple N10-9. Climb the 125ft Mayan temple above the
jungle canopy for a spectacular view of the surrounding jungle
and lagoon. Keep an eye out for a family of Howler Monkeys
that reside in the jungle canopy overhead.
Cave Tubing and Rainforest Walk: Xibalba-Cave Tubing! You are picked up by vehicle at themunicipal airstrip in
Belize City by the Tour Company. a short dirive takes you past the world famous Zoo and on to 'Cheers'
the road stop restaurant, where we arrange meals and prepare for your adventure (bathrooms are here),
and then a few miles more and we arrive at the Sibun Caves Branch River.
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