In this feature, you can actually "read" a passage of glyphs carved into an ancient Maya stela, or dedicatory stone monument. You can both read the ancient Maya (transcribed using the Roman ...

The huge football stadium plaza is famous for its stelae and ritual altars. In addition to the park, two museums contain more artifacts and information about the Mayan civilization. One museum is ...

Though she is standing in Stela 1 rather than sitting, she is holding the same feather fan and making the same gesture with her hands. Gestures were as meaningful in Maya art and performance as ...