Iguanas, Cenotes and Mayan Pyramids
The tourist in me decided to go to Chichen Itza but the detective in me decided to find out the truth about the end of the world prophesy. What I found was that the future as well as the past is still unknown.
The Mayans had an astonishing level of sophistication during their prime. A high knowledge of astrology and an acceptance that Galileo could not accomplish during his lifetime.
There are a number of cenotes found in this region of the world, to the right is an iguana posing in front of a large cenote within Chichen Itza. These large pits occur from deterioration of rock and at times provided access to water when water was scarce at the surface.
It is hard not to be immersed in Mayan culture and mystery while in this part of the world. The Mayans not only left these enormous ruins they left the question of why this mecca was completely abandoned.
Tina Solinas
June 15, 2012 @ 5:37 am
Who did you talk to about the prophesy? I love the way you stated it: the future, as well as the past….Are the colors bright and beautiful in Guatemala? I’ve always been amazed at the crafts that come from there. Your class starts Monday. I’m envious.Love, Mom
Anja Mondragon
June 15, 2012 @ 11:17 pm
The guides have been talking about the prophesy. I was in Tikal today and they were simply saying the calendar ends and it is a beginning of a new era. I’m glad you like it, I’ll send something from Quetzaltenango. You don’t need the class, your Spanish is perfect! Lots of love 🙂
tami
June 13, 2012 @ 6:29 pm
Yay! Chichen Itza is so cool! Really I suppose all Mayan ruins are cool! 🙂 Are you hitting up Tikal in your travels? Keep the pictures coming chica!
Anja Mondragon
June 15, 2012 @ 2:40 am
It’s so true. I’m actually in Guatemala now going to Tikal at 4:30 am tomorrow.. ouch. How is Santa Cruz?
Tami Weiss
June 19, 2012 @ 7:25 pm
SC is good… it’s been uncharacteristically sunny and gorgeous here with only a couple foggy days! Looking forward to photos and stories from Tikal!
Anja Mondragon
June 19, 2012 @ 11:22 pm
So great, I’ll get on Tikal now 🙂