All posts tagged Mayan culture

Resurrecting Mayan Culture

One of the main goals of the Xcaret family is to preserve and restore the traditions and rituals of the ancient Mayans. Of course some of their rituals and beliefs are considered inhuman or even…

Cementerio Mexicano at Xcaret Park

Most people think of cemeteries as scary, creepy place or maybe you think of Pet Cemetery and dead animals coming back to life!  But you may be surprised to know that most cultures don’t think…

Mayan Excursions – Tour through Mayan life

At Xcaret Park, there are many things to do, but something that you cannot miss is the Xcaret Maya Excursions tour!  At Xcaret Park you can see the Mayan influences all over the park.  From…

The Festival of Life and Death at Xcaret Park

To most of the world, Halloween is now known as a day for costumes, candy and haunted houses, but at Xcaret Park it is a time to remember the people that we have lost.  For…

Top Xcaret Night Show Reviews

If you´ve heard a lot about Xcaret´s Night Show, you are on the right path. This is one of Xcaret Park´s top attractions and one of the most inspiring shows on Mexico´s history and ancient…

5 Exotic Animals you admire in Xcaret Park

If you´re planning on visiting Xcaret eco-Park, you should know there are hundreds of beautiful species and exotic animals you will be able to observe, admire and encounter during your Xcaret Tour. You may come to…

Xcaret Park Mayan Ball Game

The grand Mesoamerican Ball Game that was practiced by the Mayas and other great pre-Hispanic civilizations comes to life at Xcaret Park as one of the top attractions that can be enjoyed when night falls….

Xcaret Temascal: Mind & soul purification

Xcaret Park has the most enchanting ways to enrapture the senses though activities that bring to life millenary traditions of the world´s greatest ancient civilizations such as the Mayan culture.  Xcaret´s Temascal is a fascinating…

Xcaret Park Mayan Village-A journey into the past

Within the deep green tropical jungle of Xcaret Park lies a truthful replica of a Mayan Village. Settled with the most exuberant vegetation, Xcaret´s Mayan Village is a sight that contrasts in beauty and mysticism…

Xcaret Park Mayan Ruins

An enigmatic Mayan past surrounds this famous eco-park. Visitors at Xcaret Park can explore a group of small archaeological buildings and Mayan ruins from the late Postclassical period, nestled within the deep tropical jungle. The…