Finding Ruins of Maya Cities

   

The Maya Indians were such good builders that you can find ruins of their cities even today. Not all, but many of their cities were built deep in the rain forests of Central America. 

Archaeologists have a tough time finding them. The rain forest is a dense tangle of trees and vines. Archaeologists cannot use airplanes or helicopters to find ruins, because the buildings are hidden from sight by the trees and vines. They have to hunt on foot.  

All work stops from September to May, because of the rain. It’s too wet in the jungles and swamps to conduct a dig. From May to August, the rain slows, but the temperature is very hot without heavy  rains to cool things off. There are dangerous animals. Some of the natives are not at all friendly. 

In spite of the difficulties, some archaeologists are willing to brave the dangers of the rain forest to learn more about the mysterious Mayas.

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The Rainforest Concern

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Yucatan Peninsula of Central America 

Maya Ruins

Archaeology for Kids 

Search for the Lost Cave People

Using Satellites to Find Ancient Maya Ruins (video)

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