#yucatan peninsula

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Close-Up of the Cast of the Stela of K'ak' Tiliw Chan Yopaat in the Cambridge University Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.

#maya #mayans #mayan civilization #quirigua #8th century #ancient america #central america #mexico #yucatan peninsula #sculptures #art

[sitting-on-me-bum]

A breeding colony of Caribbean, or American, flamingos, in Ría Lagartos biosphere reserve, on the Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico.

Photo by Claudio Contreras Koob

Wildlife Photographer of the Year

#claudio contreras koob #photographer #wildlife photographer of the year #breeding colony #bird photography #caribbean flamingos #american flamingos #ria lagartos biosphere reserve #yucatan peninsula #mexico #animal #nature

[thefreedomchasers]

Finding the Best Mayan Ruins in Mexico

Many of the best Mayan ruins in Mexico are found in the Yucatan Mexico tucked into the jungle and along the coast. We love learning about the history and culture of the places we travel. If you are traveling to Cancun, Playa del Carmen, or elsewhere in the Riviera Maya, we highly recommend taking the time to visit some of the best Mayan ruins in Mexico. While you likely think of lazy beach days…

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#chichen itza #coba ruins #cozumel #mayan architecture #mayan culture #mayan history #Mayan Ruins #Mexico #mexico culture #travel tips #tulum ruins #Yucatan Peninsula

[orangeorages]

Fun fact!

When Cordova came to the Yucatán peninsula, he asked the natives what their land was called and one replied with something similar to "yucatán" so Cordova spread the word that Yucatán was what the peninsula was called.

What the native actually meant by saying yukatán was along the lines of, "I don't understand you."

#history #yucatan peninsula #Spanish conquests suck ass #fun facts #history fun facts #idk i'm bored #I have no reason to find this as funny as i do

[fundinofactoftheday]

Dinofact #20

The most supported theory of the cause of the Cretaceous-Paleogene Extinction Event is the bolide impact hypothesis, which states that most the dinosaurs (excepting aves, modern-day birds) were extincted by a meteor impact. This theory, proposed by Walter Alvarez, Luis Alvarez, and colleagues in 1980, is supported by increased iridium deposits worldwide and the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary, as well as shocked quartz, also found worldwide. In 1991, a massive crater measuring 180 km (110 mi) wide was discovered in the Yucatán Peninsula of southeastern Mexico. Evidence suggests that an extraterrestrial projectile approximately 5 to 15 kilometers (3 to 9+1⁄2 miles) wide impacted the site 66 million years ago, causing a chain of tsunamis, earthquakes, wildfires, and other disasters, that led to an "impact winter", leading to the extinction of all dinosaurs except for grain-eating birds.

Sources: wikipedia, the Smithsonian Magazine

#dinosaur #dinosaurs #paleontology #birds #extinction #dinosaur extinction #extinction event #cretaceous–paleogene extinction event #walter alvarez #luis alvarez #chicxulub #chicxulub crater #chicxulub impact #yucatan #yucatán #yucatan peninsula #yucatán peninsula #mexico #southeast mexico #trivia #fun facts #dinosaur fun facts #dinosaur trivia #13th #september #2022 #september 13th #september 2022 #september 13th 2022

[mexicanistnet]

Escape Cancun's crowds! Explore ancient Mayan ruins, swim in hidden cenotes, encounter whale sharks, taste street food, and discover vibrant wildlife. This in-depth guide reveals the Yucatan Peninsula's best-kept secrets, taking you far beyond Cancun's beaches.

#mexico #mexicanist #cancun #mayan ruins #cenotes #whale sharks #street food #travel #travel experience #traveling #tourist attraction #tourism #travel blog #Yucatan Peninsula

[iamflowerta]

Mexico, 2018.

#mexico #yucatan peninsula #pink lake

[worldaccordingtowill]

“Cenote Zaci, Yucatan Peninsula / Mexico .”

#Valladolid #Tourist Attractions #Central America #mexiko #yucatan peninsula

[makabrotka]

“Cenote Zaci, Yucatan Peninsula / Mexico .”

#Valladolid #Tourist Attractions #Central America #mexiko #yucatan peninsula

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Lucha Libre, Cancun Style

Lucha Libre is a peculiarly Mexican, over-the-top form of wrestling that recalls the WWF in the United States. Only it’s even weirder, with lycra-clad luchadores wearing colorful masks to hide their identity, raucous crowds, and a macho-man atmosphere.

The name literally means “free wrestling,” and the sport has been around since the late 1800s.

We went to see a show in Cancun while we were visiting. It wasn’t as loud or crowded as the ones we attended in 2019 in Guadalajara, but it was still fun. To really understand Lucha Libre, you might want to see the 2006 sports comedy film Nacho Libre, starring Jack Black as a would-be Mexican wrestling star. It was filmed in Oaxaca, Mexico.

LINKS:

Lucha Libre in Cancun Lucha Libre general info Film Nacho Libre Map for Arena Cancun Lucha Libre TWS

#youtube #messysuitcase #luchalibre #cancun #mexico #wrestling #yucatan #yucatan peninsula #travel bllog #travel blogger

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“Cenote Zaci, Yucatan Peninsula / Mexico .”

#Valladolid #Tourist Attractions #Central America #mexiko #yucatan peninsula

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Caribbean Flamingos in the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico

Photographer: Claudio Contreras Koob

#claudio contreras koob #photographer #caribbean flamingos #flamingos #bird photography #bird chick #yucatan peninsula #mexico #nature

[lifeinredshades]

“Cenote Zaci, Yucatan Peninsula / Mexico .”

#Valladolid #Tourist Attractions #Central America #mexiko #yucatan peninsula

[thefreedomchasers]

Your Complete Guide To Visiting Chichén Itzá Mexico (2023)

One of the activities that stuck out the most on our recent trip to Mexico was visiting Chichen Itza (chee-chen eet-sah). We love diving into the culture and history of the countries we visit and Mayan culture was one we were super excited to learn about. There are so many great Mayan ruins in Mexico you can visit, by far the most popular being Chichen Itza. Whether you are visiting Cancun or the…

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#Adventure Travel #Archaeological Sites #Chichén Itzá #Cultural Exploration #Historical Landmarks #Mayan Ruins #mexico travel #Travel Destinations #travel tips #UNESCO World Heritage #Yucatan Peninsula

[newsbites]

News from Belize, 22 June.

Belize Electricity Limited is appealing for energy conservation due to a generation shortage caused by high demand for power in the Yucatan Peninsula.

Customers are being asked to turn off all unused electrical devices and air conditioners during peak demand hours of 1pm to 3pm and 6pm to 8pm.

The demand for power registered at 117 megawatts, exceeding the country's available power of just over 107 megawatts.

2. Belize has retained its Tier 2 ranking on the 2023 Trafficking in Persons Report due to its significant efforts in addressing human trafficking but has not convicted any traffickers or initiated new prosecutions.

The country has not adequately overseen labor recruitment and investigated allegations of labor trafficking.

Belize has made progress in identifying more trafficking victims, improving indicators, providing training, public awareness campaigns, and making a shelter available for victims.

3. The People's Constitution Commission in Belize has launched an education campaign to engage citizens in the constitutional reform process, targeting specific demographics of Belizeans.

The campaign aims to increase knowledge of the constitution from 2% to 50% by the time the PCC makes its interim report in October.

The campaign features collaborations with the Ministry of Education and the Reporter News Paper to disseminate information and raise awareness about the reform process.

4. Police Commissioner Chester Williams has been elected as the President of the Commission of Chiefs of Police and Police Directors of Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Colombia (CJDCAMCC).

The commission's mandate revolves around fostering inter-regional and international cooperation with various security organizations and agencies, promoting the exchange of information and expertise, and coordinating efforts to combat transnational crime and enhance the safety of citizens.

With the assumption of the Presidency, Belize is set to host the 28th Ordinary General Assembly of the commission in November 2023.

5. Fifteen U.S. Youth Ambassadors have arrived in Belize for a cultural exchange program to improve their social and leadership skills.

#electricity #power #shortages #Yucatan Peninsula #human trafficking #constitutional reform #awareness #campaign #chief of police #CJDCAMCC #youth ambassadors #Belize

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#hotelcigno #interior #design #yucatan peninsula