Download or read book Moon Yucat n Peninsula written by Liza Prado and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2017-01-31 with total page 506 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make Your Escape with Moon Travel Guides! The Yucatán Peninsula is rich with history, culture, and natural wonders. Explore its vibrant cities, ancient ruins, and boundless beaches with Moon Yucatán Peninsula. What You'll Find in Moon Yucatán Peninsula: Unique insight from lifelong travelers and Yucatán experts Liza Prado and Gary Chandler Curated advice for culture buffs, honeymooners, foodies, outdoor adventurers, and more, whether you're visiting Mexico for a few days or a few weeks Full-color, vibrant photos throughout Detailed maps for exploring on your own, and useful tips on public transportation, car and bike rentals, and air travel Strategic itineraries for every budget, passion, and timeline, including: The Best of the Yucatán, A Family Affair, 10 Days of Ecoadventure, Classics of Yucatán Cuisine, Pyramids and Palaces, Diving and Snorkeling, Cenote Hopping, and Into the Wild Fun ideas catered your individual travel style: Spend a day relaxing on the beach or standup paddle boarding (SUPing) on the crystal-clear water. Take a short walk from the shore to visit jaw-dropping Mayan ruins, or kayak through lush mangrove forests. Peruse the markets, museums, and churches of Mérida or Tulum. Sign up for a mountain bike tour through the jungle for a peek at hidden ruins, remote beaches, and dazzling wildlife. Find the best spots to fill up on authentic salbute and panucho, and stay up late for live music, cocktails, and fire dancers on the beach Focused coverage of Cancún, Isla Cozumel, the Riviera Maya, Tulum and the Costa Maya, Chichén Itzá, Mérida, the Puuc Route, Campeche, and Palenque Thorough background information on the landscape, plants and animals, history, government, and culture Handy tools including a Spanish glossary and phrasebook Essential tips on health and safety, visa information, and accommodations With Moon Yucatán Pensinsula's myriad activities, practical advice, and insider tips, you can plan your trip your way. Can't get enough of the Yucatán? Try Moon Cancún & Cozumel. Exploring more of Mexico? Try Moon San Miguel de Allende.

Download or read book The Art of 3D Drawing written by Stefan Pabst and published by Walter Foster Publishing. This book was released on 2016-11-14 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transform simple pencil sketches into jaw-dropping, photorealistic masterpieces with The Art of 3D Drawing. World-famous 3D artist Stefan Pabst shows you how to take your drawing and painting skills to the next level with techniques for creating lifelike three-dimensional art. Begin with an overview of tools and materials, color theory and color mixing, and drawing and painting techniques. Then follow along with 12 stunning, step-by-step demonstrations that teach fundamental principles of 3D art, such as perspective, shading, rendering textures, and building dimension. Also find tips on adding color with oil paints to add even greater dimension and realism to your artwork and complete your three-dimensional masterpieces. An inspiration gallery at the back offers even more ideas for creating 3D art. Whatever your skill level, you will learn something new as you draw and paint a range of subjects in realistic detail. The projects are: A cube that appears to pop up from the paper A floating sphere A hole that seems to dip below the surface of the paper A group of LEGO® blocks An airplane “flying” over the paper Planet Earth A glass of water A ladybug that looks like it might crawl off the page A shiny classic car The Mayan ruin of Chichen Itza The Leaning Tower of Pisa A child “jumping” off the page With The Art of 3D Drawing, friends and family won’t believe their eyes as they admire your amazing photorealistic artwork.

Download or read book Chichen Itza Mexico 1895 written by William Henry 1846-1933 Holmes and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This rare and fascinating volume offers a glimpse into the rich cultural history of the ancient Maya city of Chichen Itza, as seen through the eyes of renowned archaeologist William Henry Holmes. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Download or read book Xtabentum written by Rosy Hugener and published by Rosy Hugener. This book was released on 2011 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A story of two young women set in the years following the Mexican Revolution in Merida, Yucatan, one of the wealthiest cities in the world at the time. Amanda Diaz is from the "divine caste," a small group of families of European descent who dominate the politics and economy of the region. Amanda's lifelong friend, Carmen, is from the opposite end of the social spectrum, a Mayan Indian who is the daughter of one of the Diaz family servants. Against the true historical background of rebellion and assassination in the unstable country, the whipping of Carmen by a Diaz neighbor exposes the sheltered existence of the two women and drives them apart.

Download or read book In the Museum of Maya Culture written by Quetzil E. Castañeda and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Very interesting discussion of the ways in which anthropology, tourism, archaeology, and popular culture all contribute to the creation of the Maya as a social unit and Chichen Itza as a place"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 57.

Download or read book Incidents of Travel in Central America Chiapas and Yucatan written by John L. Stephens and published by . This book was released on 1871 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book VIEWS OF ANCIENT MONUMENTS IN written by Frederick Catherwood and published by Wentworth Press. This book was released on 2016-08-26 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Download or read book Incidents of Travel in Yucatan written by John L. Stephens and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-03-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.

Download or read book Ultimate Weekends Australia written by Emma Shaw and published by Ultimate. This book was released on 2021-11-17 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning, inspirational and practical guide to 60 of the best weekends away across Australia.

Download or read book Chichen Itza written by Charles River Charles River Editors and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-01-04 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *Includes pictures of Chichen Itza's ruins and art. *Explains the history of the site and the theories about its purpose and abandonment. *Describes the layout of Chichen Itza, its important structures, and the theories about the buildings' uses. *Includes a bibliography for further reading. Many ancient civilizations have influenced and inspired people in the 21st century, like the Greeks and the Romans, but of all the world's civilizations, none have intrigued people more than the Mayans, whose culture, astronomy, language, and mysterious disappearance all continue to captivate people. At the heart of the fascination is the most visited and the most spectacular of Late Classic Maya cities: Chichen Itza. Chichen Itza was inhabited for hundreds of years and was a very influential center in the later years of Maya civilization. At its height, Chichen Itza may have had over 30,000 inhabitants, and with a spectacular pyramid, enormous ball court, observatory and several temples, the builders of this city exceeded even those at Uxmal in developing the use of columns and exterior relief decoration. Of particular interest at Chichen Itza is the sacred cenote, a sinkhole was a focus for Maya rituals around water. Because adequate supplies of water, which rarely collected on the surface of the limestone based Yucatan, were essential for adequate agricultural production, the Maya here considered it of primary importance. Underwater archaeology carried out in the cenote at Chichen Itza revealed that offerings to the Maya rain deity Chaac (which may have included people) were tossed into the sinkhole. Although Chichen Itza was around for hundreds of years, it had a relatively short period of dominance in the region, lasting from about 800-950 A.D. Today, tourists are taken by guides to a building called the Nunnery for no good reason other than the small rooms reminded the Spaniards of a nunnery back home. Similarly the great pyramid at Chichen Itza is designated El Castillo ("The Castle"), which it almost certainly was not, while the observatory is called El Caracol ("The Snail") for its spiral staircase. Of course, the actual names for these places were lost as the great Maya cities began to lose their populations, one by one. Chichen Itza was partially abandoned in 948, and the culture of the Maya survived in a disorganized way until it was revived at Mayapan around 1200. Why Maya cities were abandoned and left to be overgrown by the jungle is a puzzle that intrigues people around the world today, especially those who have a penchant for speculating on lost civilizations. Chichen Itza: The History and Mystery of the Maya's Most Famous City comprehensively covers the history of the city, as well as the speculation surrounding the purpose of Chichen Itza and the debate over the buildings. Along with pictures and a bibliography, you will learn about the Maya's most famous city like you never have before, in no time at all. "

Download or read book An Archaeological Guide to Mexico s Yucat n Peninsula written by Joyce Kelly and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Joyce Kelly has visited each site personally. Her purpose is to provide readers with up-to-date information presented as clearly, simply, and accurately as possible. Readers will easily find the exact information they need.

Download or read book Gabe s Guide to Budget Travel written by Gabriel Morris and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2012-03-06 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "'Gabe's Guide to Budget Travel' provides a step by step guide on the how and why of budget travel. His hassle-free approach to budget travel is ideal for first time and seasoned travelers. The book provides resources that will help any traveler in the planning stage or on the road. With over twenty years first-hand experience, Gabriel's knowledge for traveling on the cheap and making the most of it is priceless." Sean McKenna, Untoldroads.com "Gabe's Guide to Budget Travel: Travel Tips, Tricks, Things to Bring and Places to Go" is a comprehensive guide book for anyone preparing for a budget traveling trip. It's jam-packed with information for both travel newbies as well as seasoned wanderers, addressing subjects such as: determining your budget (and where you can go on it!); finding cheap flights; booking hotel rooms; planning your itinerary; getting packed (including a complete list of virtually EVERYTHING you might want to bring on your trip, big and small); voltage converters, socket adapters and other electrical issues; visas; carry-on items when flying; currency exchange; travel insurance; and LOTS more. And that's just in Part 1! In Part 2 of the book, Gabriel Morris reviews his favorite places around the world based on more than 20 years of budget travel experience (with a specific focus on more obscure, less touristy places). Countries included are: India, Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Thailand, the Philippines, Nepal and Singapore. (See the Table of Contents below for specific places covered.) Additionally, the book includes tons of links to useful travel websites; PLUS links to 40 short travel movies and video clips taken by the author in many of the places reviewed. "Gabe's Guide to Budget Travel" will help you get ready for your trip, save you money, provide some great new ideas for places to go, and get you inspired to travel the world with a new perspective, armed with tons of useful information to make it a smooth, fun, affordable and adventurous trip. Gabriel Morris is a world traveler, outdoors enthusiast and travel writer. He is author of "Kundalini and the Art of Being" (Station Hill Press, 2008); as well as "Following My Thumb: A Decade of Unabashed Wanderlust" (Soul Rocks Books, 2012), a collection of 26 autobiographical travel stories from around the world. He has also been published in numerous travel compilation books; and is a regular contributor to online travel websites such as Travmonkey.com and Untoldroads.com. Visit his website for more info at: Gabrieltraveler.com Following is the Table of Contents for "Gabe's Guide to Budget Travel" Introduction. Part 1: Preliminary Preparations Chapter 1. Where should I go? Chapter 2. Buying a flight Chapter 3. Planning your itinerary Chapter 4. Booking hotel rooms Chapter 5. Getting your passport and visa Chapter 6. Equipment list Chapter 7. Socket adapters and voltage converters Chapter 8. More info on things to bring Chapter 9. Carry-on items when flying Chapter 10. Travel insurance Part 2: Favorite Places in the World Chapter 11. India -Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Pushkar, Almora, Joshimath, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Keechen, Jaiselmer, Kuri, Orchha, Mandu, Omkareshwar, Pachmarhi, Gokarna, Tirupati, Rameswaram Chapter 12. Greece and the Greek Isles -Mainland: Athens, Delphi, Meteora, Mt. Olympus, Pelion Peninsula; Greek Isles: Santorini, Rhodes, Anafi, Milos, Patmos, Lipsi, Leros, Nisyros, Naxos, Aegina Chapter 13. Turkey -Istanbul, Pamukkale, Termessos, Kabak, Oludeniz, Lycian Way trek, Cappadocia Chapter 14. Egypt -Cairo, Great Pyramids, Aswan, Luxor, Dakhla Oasis, Bahariya Oasis Chapter 15. Thailand -Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Pai, Ko Mak, Ko Kood, Ko Phayam Chapter 16. The Philippines -Palawan Island: Puerto Princesa, Sabang, El Nido Chapter 17. Nepal -Pokhara, Annapurna Base Camp trek Chapter 18. Singapore

Download or read book This Day In North American Indian History written by Phil Konstantin and published by Da Capo Press, Incorporated. This book was released on 2002-10-16 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This one-of-a-kind, fun-to-read book covers over 5,000 years of North American Indian history, culture, and lore. Wide-ranging and in-depth, it lists over 5,000 important events involving the native peoples of North America in a unique day-by-day format. Photos.

Download or read book Cancun the Yucatan For Dummies written by Victoria Veilleux and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-10-15 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The spectacular coastline of Mexico’s Yucatán peninsula is a diverse playground where you can bask on pristine beaches, explore ancient ruins, play golf or tennis, go biking, snorkeling or scuba diving, do serious shopping, or escape to a secluded lagoon. With info on Cancun, Isla Mujeres, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya, plus the nearby ruins, this friendly guide gives you the low down on: Everything from unique spa experiences to nature preserves and ecoparks Accommodations ranging from a luxury resort where guests can dabble in a Viking-clad kitchen or where rooms spread out through the jungle to a European-style inn that offers Spanish lessons or a peaceful beachside palapa (thatch-roofed) inn All kinds of dining options, including fresh seafood, regional specialties such as pork pibil, papadzules, and poc chuc, or Thai, Argentinean, or Italian cuisine Diving into the clear depths of the Yucatán cenotes (natural wells) Birding at Isla Contoy, with more than 70 species of birds as well as a host of marine and animal life The Panoramic Tower on Isla Mujeres. where you get a stunning view of the island and Cancun Day trips to the archeological sites at Tulum, Chichén Itzá, and Ek Balam The pedestrian-only Avenida 5 in Playa del Carmen that’s the hot social scene Night life, including live music venues, tequila bars, sports bars, cafes, and plenty of places where you can dance the night away Like every For Dummies travel guide, Cancún & the Yucatán For Dummies, 3rd Edition includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss — and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post-it® Flags to mark your favorite pages Whether your idea of the perfect vacation is action, sun, and non-stop fun or an escape to a peaceful haven where life moves along in pure mañana mode, this guide will get you on your way with no problemo, amigo.

Download or read book Landscapes of the Itza written by Linnea Wren and published by University Press of Florida. This book was released on 2017-12-12 with total page 319 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An insightful collection, rich in new data and insights; at once the harvest of a generation of fieldwork and the foundation for work to come."--Mary E. Miller, coauthor of The Spectacle of the Late Maya Court: Reflections on the Murals of Bonampak "Reminds us that there are always new things to learn about iconic places like Chichen Itza and that we can fall in love with them all over again."--Jennifer P. Mathews, coeditor of Lifeways in the Northern Maya Lowlands: New Approaches to Archaeology in the Yucatan Peninsula "Long overdue. Brings together new data and interpretations about Chichen Itza through a refreshing mix of art history and archaeology, particularistic interpretation, and cross-cultural modeling."--Scott R. Hutson, author of The Ancient Urban Maya: Neighborhoods, Inequality, and Built Form Chichen Itza, the legendary capital and trading hub of the late Maya civilization, continues to fascinate visitors and researchers with unanswered questions about its people, rulers, rituals, economics, religion, politics, and even chronology. Addressing many of these current debates, contributors to Landscapes of the Itza question when the city's construction was completed, what the purposes of its famous pyramid and other buildings were, whether the city maintained strict territorial borders, and how the city's influence was felt in smaller neighboring settlements such as Popola, Ichmul de Morley, and Ek Balam. Special attention is given to the site's visual culture, including its architecture, epigraphy, ceramics, sculptures, and murals. This volume is a much-needed update on recent archaeological and art historical work being done at Chichen Itza, offering new ways of understanding the site and its role in the Yucatan landscape.

Download or read book Archaeological Studies Among the Ancient Cities of Mexico Monuments of Chiapas Oaxaca and the Valley of Mexico written by William Henry Holmes and published by . This book was released on 1897 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Archaeological Studies Among the Ancient Cities of Mexico written by William Henry Holmes and published by . This book was released on 1895 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: