Detail from the reconstructed stone tzompantli, or skull rack, at Chichén Itzá. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by ...

The study also compared the DNA from the skulls with blood samples taken from 68 modern-day residents of Tixcacaltuyub, a ...

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Chichen Itza was the main ruling center of the Yucatan between 1191-1448 AD, in what is now known as Mexico. The temple, seen here during excavation, rests on a pyramidal foundation 37 feet high ...

The fusion of Mayan construction techniques with new elements from central Mexico make Chichen-Itza one of the most important examples of the Mayan-Toltec civilization in Yucatán. Several buildings ...

Besides island hopping, scuba diving, or party cruises, the one-day tour to Mexico’s most famous pyramids, Chichen Itza, is a trip to definitely put on one’s bucket list. Because Chichen Itza ...

The tourist of unknown origin climbed to the top of the majestic building and started dancing, which further angered Mexican and foreign visitors enjoying the day off. An angry mob almost lynched ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Visit El Mestizo, about 3.5 miles from Chichén Itzá, for an authentic Mexican lunch after touring the archeological site. I recommend ordering the pollo adobado, which ...