Tour Description:

In the morning we discover the Mayan ruins of Xunantunich - one of the most important rites places of the classic period. Xunantunich's show-piece is the highly emergent pyramid (about 150 ft.), that was regarded as the highest construction of Belize until the Caana of Caracol was discovered.

The early afternoon stays for Cabal Pech. It is situated on an imposing acropolis on the west bank of the Macal River, with a panoramic view of San Ignacio town and the Belize River Valley. The site centre consists of 34 structures compacted in a small area covering slightly more than 2 acres. The majority of these structures are located around 7 courtyards and include temple pyramids and several long-range, residential-type buildings. The tallest temple is Structure A - 1 which stands 77 feet high. The site also contains 2 ball courts, 5 plain stelae, I altar and possibly a sweat-house.

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