Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Early Copan Acropolis Program 2000 Field Season
Final report of archaeological data and conclusions of Mayan history at Hunal and Margarita tombs in Copan, Honduras. Information given on pottery, tools, agriculture, and fauna.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Archaeological Research at Cotzumalhuapa, Guatemala
Research at Cotzumalhuapa indicates that it was a major urban center that encompassed Bilbao El Baul, and El Castillo. Some discussion of colonial period use of site.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Classic Maya Borders and Frontiers (2003)
A look at the geology and topography of El Paraiso valley and its influence on communication, passage and trade. Report also considers architecture and "Mayanization" of area.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: The Eastern Riverine Corridor During Late Classic Period
Inventories of ceramic materials and architectural similarities indicate that some urban centers may be socially and politically connected while others are not. Study confirms a water route from New River drainage area to Belize may have...
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: The Pomona Kingdom and Its Hinterland (2001)
Pomona Kingdom was contested by Palenque and Piedras Negras and fell under attack several times. A preliminary interpretation of findings allows for a reconstruction of how attacks might have occurred.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Pusilha Archaeological Project (2001)
Report summarizes previous research at Pusilha which indicates that this city had economic, political, and artistic connections with cities of Copan and Quirigua. A history of the city is included.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Early/middle Formative Kanocha Phase at Blackman Eddy
Archaeological investigation at Blackman Eddy in Belize demonstrates architecture related to Olmec style resulting in implications of long distance trade networks. Site can be viewed in English and in Spanish.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Examining Nature of Maya Collapse of Copan (1999) [Pdf]
Archaeological fieldwork focuses on severity and timing of factors that led to the collapse of Mayan culture.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Architectural Restoration Criteria in the Mayan Area
Restoration of Mayan sites is a controversial subject. Document offers guidelines for the restoration of excavated areas for the purpose of tourism. The author reports problems in the rebuilding and restoration of famous sites such as...
California State University
Hux 576 Key Periods and Movements, Art: Ancient Maya
Mayan art is mixed in with general information in this two-page article.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Architectural Transformation in Quexil Petenxil (2003)
Archaeological research and inferences are made through an architectural lens, offering a nine century history of the Quexil-Peterixil Basin.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Proyecto Santa Barbara, Yucatan, Mx (2001)
Structures documented indicate Puuc style architecture.
Other
College of the Siskiyous: Chichen Itza
This is a very good site that delivers very relevant information pertaining to the ancient Mayan city of Chichen Itza and its many different areas such as The Nunnery and The Iglesia.
Other
Maya Architecture: Evolution, Structure and Diversity of a Civilization
A comprehensive look at Mayan architecture with many diagrams and photos.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Junior Scholastic: Jungle of Secrets
Check out this site to discover more about the Ancient Maya culture. An article and video are provided. [2:19]
Other
Mayan Kids
A site designed specifically for grade school students that provides information and illustrations about the Mayan culture. Includes clickable map with information on specific Mayan ruins.
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Architectural Development of Structure at Nakbe, Peten
Study investigates the sequence in construction of building at Nakbe, Peten, Guatemala. Details include dimensions of steps and structures.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Yaxchilan Lintels 24 & 25 From Structure 23 & Structures 33 & 40
Yaxchilan is host to an impressive number of structures and monuments-over 100-and is especially famous for its high-quality relief carvings. Specifically the lintels exemplify the skilled carving of Maya artists at Yaxchilan-and the...