Maya Civilization

The ancient Mayan ruins of Mexico have nearly all, but a few, been excavated and their treasures placed in museums all over Mexico. This is not news. However, what may come as a shock to many, is that there are believers worldwide who fully believe that these statues hold proof that they were…

Reunión de arquitectura, arte y naturaleza. Palenque Estela labrada Mural de Bonampak Usumacinta Lacanja

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The Maya city of Tonina is a fascinating puzzle. At its heart, a 72m pyramid rises to the heavens encoded with symbolism and covered in mysterious temples. It is most famous for it carved statues of bound captives that have given it a bloody reputation. However, its esoteric features suggest it may have been a deeply religious centre devoted to the study of time.

Mexican Folk Painting is as assorted as Mexican culture and like many other folk art styles in the country is a blend...

MAYAS en el MARQ. Todo lo que necesitas saber de los Mayas en Alicante ? ¿Ya lo conoces?

When Europeans arrived in the New World, they did not only kill people with war, slavery and disease, they also attempted to destroy the cultures of the native peoples.

When Alma and his missionary companions went to reclaim the apostate Zoramites, Mormon repeatedly contrasted the wealthy Zoramites and their costly apparel with the poor who were cast out because of their coarse clothing. This Book of Mormon story, filled with contrasting images and ironies related to clothing, warns against materialism and excessive concern for outward appearances. It also shows that the righteous will ultimately be cared for, protected, and “clothed with purity.”