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A fun little comparison over which ancient empire was really better at math and architecture, the mighty Romans or the savage Mayans.

Experience the teleportation to a mystical world. A hidden gem of the tropical jungle of South Mexico, sourrounded by rivers and colorful birds.

A look back at the ancient Mayan civilization and its achievements.

You have a little more than five years to accomplish your life's to-do list, if you believe that life will end when the winter solstice sun crosses the equator of the Milky Way and the ecliptic path of the sun.

Maya: a culture of knowledge and mystery. Find out more about Central America's earliest known civilization.

Mayans in Guatemala plan to "cleanse bad spirits" in respect for their ancestors after Bush's visit, guided by sprits. Other countries on Bush's agenda have dramatic protests in store as well.

review the many theories of how the earth will end. you will be surprise to know it has nothing to do with the Mayans!

The Spanish began to colonize Latin America and convert natives (forcibly) to Christianity.

These two ancient empires, the Chinese and the Mayans, prized not just the green stones that are popular today, but also black jade, purple jade and blue jade too.

Mayans still feel the sting from U.S. volvement in Guatemala's civil war

The Mayans, like all ancient civilizations, should not be discarded because we perceive them as "primitive" in nature.

With the discovery of the "New World" by Europeans came oppression of native peoples from Alaska to the tip of South America. The Mayans were no exception, and in 1847 they staged an uprising against the repressive system which had overtaken them.

We've all heard about the FDA allowing a certain number of incidental buggies to enter our food supply. But did you know there are also intentional bugs in our food?

When you get to Mexico, the Coba Mexican Ruins are a must see.

A few years back I heard that our 2 strand DNA is changing to 12 strand which I never thought anything of, until lately as it is another link to my research into our changing planet and lifestyle.

A long time ago we where as one, aware of this and could use our minds with incredible power which I think we are becoming aware of again as time passes, such as telekinesis, e.s.p. etc...

The adrenaline flooded film Apocalypto arrives on DVD on 5/22/07 and while the film is a visually arresting piece of cinema, the disc itself is barebones...

1492 was the year that Christopher Columbus sailed the ocean blue. Being such, it is imperative to explore the major cultures of people who would be affected by the implications of European exploration of the New World.

Who are Chicanos and what is their partnership with La Razas?

The La Razas are making such a ruckus in the United States of America it caused me to wonder exactly who Latinos are.

This phenomenon is the tempting, mouth-watering taste that turns stomach on. This is one of the most popular ingredients in the world, chocolate.

It was just another lazy Sunday when I was flipping through the channels to find out what was on the television. I came across "Decoding The Past: Mayan Doomsday Prophecy" on the History Channel. Well, let's just say I knew that was a show that would really freak you out.

The Mandala of Denderah is the original map of the sky

Hiking or mountain biking through the Jungle, river kayaking and tubing, cave expeditions, and treks through Mayan ruins. If any of these things sound intriguing, you can find them all in Belize.

A new breed of dog, the Xoloitzcuintles ,has come down the pike via the Aztecs

The Mayan civilization has posed many questions to people in modern society, but one mystery that remains unsolved is the idea of the god Kukulcan, also referred to by the Aztecs as Quetzalcoatl. a Tall White haired blued eyed Caucasian man!

Though micro-pigmentation procedures are widely in use by plastic surgeons and as an aid with their treatment of burn victims, mastectomy patient and those who suffer from alopecia; the most common reason to seek out this procedure, usually is purely aesthetic.

Old wives' tales are oral traditions passed down through generations. Pregnancy has no shortage of these tales!

Ever wanted to know everything about chocolate?

This is about the Mayan civilization's many conflicts both with foreign invaders as well as with dominant cultures within Mexico.

Here is my list of the best movies of 2006

Describes and discusses the three modern groups that inhabit Belize.

Apocalypto has everything to do with a hero coming close to the end and learning that there is always a chance for a new beginning.

The world as we know it, according to some, is about to reach its final hurrah like the end of an epic novel.

It has long been thought that the lost city of Atlantis, the ancient city Plato wrote of, is located in the Gulf of Mexico. There is evidence that supports this from the natives of South America, and after 2005's vicious hurricane season, some new evidence came to light!

Make a phone call to The President of The United States and request an end to the war in Iraq. (Speak slowly and be nice).

Proposed changes will allow ingredients to be substituted in chocolate. Vegetable oils will replace cocoa butter and milk substitues will be allowed.

Quantum Physics and Spirituality Meet

It is well known that the mayan calendar says that the world is going to end on Dec. 21st, 22nd, or 23rd (there is some debate about which day), but does it really say that? Or does it say something else entirely?

The Roman Empire was a great society, So smart, they ran plumbing to deliver water to their city and buildings, yet it was this very labor saving technology that deliver lead piosoning to them. Is America falling victim to another time saving killer?

The ruins of Chitchenitza and Xel ha nature park are only two or Cancun, Mexico's riches.

Remnants of obsolete systems of numeration have remained with us through the long evolution that led to the modern Hindu/Arabic system.

All the reasons why I'd rather have chocolate than a boyfriend any day!

As the brothers travel to exotic places, we come to understand why their wives so easily agreed to the trip.

Tiffany Riley thinks that if you smoke you won't be in "as pretty of a class" and that you are an unneeded resource wasting human.

As the last day of the Mayan Calendar approaches, many religious leaders, scientists, and historians are looking to this date with trepidation and caution.

This article shares information about human sacrifice; the countries and cultures that have participated in it and the various reasons for which it was supposedly justified.

My chat with Richard Hatch of Battlestar Galactica touched on acting, personal motivation and tree climbing. Yep, tree climbing.

Humankind is endangered by the Battle Cry of God's warriors. Multitude of religions by their half awakened spirituality are psyched for Mother of all Battles and doomsday in the name of unseen God.

Many cultures have their own take on the great flood. This article shares several of their ideas.

Global warming is understood as the product of lack of knowledge of design and principle on which nature functions which has led to breaking the cycle of time, thereby the knowledge of energy flow.

Includes a brief history of the art of taking tea along with some of the author's original recipes. Each recipe features one or more herb along with the folklore associated with the herb.

This is part memoir, part research paper connecting life in modern times to ancient mythology and the works of Joseph Campbell, Phil Cousineau and Lewis Hyde.

The hidden spirituality in this seemingly unspiritual movie.

Take a look at why chocolate is considered to be an aphrodisiac.

From ancient civilizations to modern religions. Prophets, oracles and scientists have also made their conclusions regarding the "end of days". Do these views have anything in common?

Is it really the end of the world as we know it, or is it a bunch of hype? Let's explore the facts (if we can find any).

Exploring the Mayan Calendar. The Mayan Calendar comes to a screeching halt in the year 2012. Or does it? The apocalyptic ending of the calendar, and the fears that it may signal the end of humanity.

Every well-visited country has its one big attraction, the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the place. Egypt has the Pyramids, France has the Eiffel Tower . . . there are a hundred more.

Virtual tourists are encouraged to cast their vote for the archaeological site

More problems from our favorite problem boy

Recently, archeologists from Yale University have found what they believe is the oldest observatory in the Americas in Chankillo, Peru.

The architectural, sight and sound wonder Chichen Itza was voted as a top wonder of the world by a new survey sponsored by UNESCO. This article is about my visit to this wonder of the Western Hemisphere.

If you're planning a cruise in the Western Caribbean, there are a host of opportunities for you to commune with ancient Mayan history. But with so many options, how can a traveler know which Mayan Ruin excursion to pick? Here's a brief survey of the most common.

This essay discusses the Mayan civilization and their accomplishments.

Why and how was the reason behind a sweat lodge?

A brief chocolate guide and history for chocolate lovers.

Cockscomb Basin Wildlife and Jaguar Preserve in Central America took several years of hard work in order to receive protected status. Here is the history behind the park and the story of zoologist Alan Rabinowitz.

The Mayan leaders in Guatemala are afraid that Bush will bring evil spirits with him during his visit this Sunday.

A review of the classic 1956 scifi film, "Forbidden Planet". An in-depth review of the film and other pertinent information.

I travel. I clown. I write. The article is a travelogue of one such trip to the Highlands of Guatemala, playing with the local kids, spreading a sense of laughter as healing in this war-torn area.

Yes, it's true. Chocolate, the flavor-and the food-that's inspired many cravings can actually be beneficial to your health.

Tikal, Antigua and Guatemala City all worth the trip to visit. A colorful and friendly society.

In the early cultures of the Americas, the pottery wheel was never invented, so potters used other techniques to form objects from clay. But they were very creative in both the designs of their objects and the ways they decorated them.

Stumped over what gift to get for someone into natural or alternative health? Take a look at these 8 holiday gift ideas.

Director Mel Gibson is known for using controversies created around his movie productions' subject matter and his cinematic formula of telling a story to his advantage.

Many of the ancient mystics used their own coded languages to communicate and to keep themselves obscure

This beautifully imaginitive film perplexes many... Those who go to the movies to be entertained may wonder "What the *#@* was that?" While those who appreciate unique and well made films may wonder how a film of such substance actually made it into main stream theatres.

Why is Mel Gibson interested enough in the Mayan to make a movie about them? The Mayan developed highly accurate calendar and astronomical charts. Their creation, death, and rebirth myths lie swirling above our heads, their Golden Age is set to begin. Is humanity ready?

A description of one of the world's biggest and weirdest tree. It is used as a huge tourist attraction.

A contest is underway to name seven new wonders of the world. Voting continues through July 6, 2007. Choose from the final list of 21 sites and vote today!

Fault lines are found throughout our planet and there will be an increase in earthquakes in the future, according to scientists and other predictions.

Xcaret is an attraction located near the tourist area of Cancun. It brings together varied facets of Mexico, including jungle animals, ruins, history, butterflies, beaches, Mayan culture, swimming with dolphins and that's not the entire list.

Cozumel is a fantastic vacation spot for those seeking relaxation, culture, scuba/snorkeling, and pure pleasure and beauty!

Belize is a small country in Central America. It is home to the world's second largest Barrier Reef and also to some of the world's greatest snorkeling.

On our bodies, from head to toe, we choose to express our inner soul to our outer being. Egocentrically, we exploit our beliefs, our hoods, our sexuality, and our cultures. In a sense, our tattoos speak freely for us in lieu of our voices.

The local chapter of the St. Louis Alzheimer's Association has started including dark chocolate and nuts at their annual wine tasting event....

Easter is a celebration that has it's origins in the dark and ancient worlds, and "taken over" by Christianity. Small wonder... there is much that both sides celebrate and spring time is the only time it can be celebrated.

This article tells you everything you wanted to know about gum. You will learn the history of chewing gum, how gum is made, and who holds the record for the longest gum wrapper chain.

From your first glimpse of the giant pyramid at Chichen Itza, you know you're visiting someplace out of the ordinary. The scale of the buildings indicates nothing less than a major urban center of a long-ago civilization.

Many types of mushrooms can be propagated by growing mycelia in a nutritious substrate, using the fungus to inoculate less nutritious substrate, adding a thin layer of a moist material, and harvesting the mushrooms that sprout.

Guatemalan artisans will offer colorful clothing and handicrafts for the second year in a row in Los Angeles CA. US big business will sell real estate and wire transfer to the growing Hispanic market segmen.t

Every year the radio and newspapers are filled with advertisements for haunted houses and hayrides. Get into the real SPIRIT of Halloween with these unique activities....

Alamos offers a glimpse of a rarified life that has long vanished.. Be sure to bring lots of film; the Republic of Mexico has declared the entire village a National Historic Monument. If you arrive late on a moonlit night you might still hear the ghosts.

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A John Hopkins study released last month seemed to indicate that using psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, may have lasting positive benefits for some people.

How racial miscegenation affected assimilation in the Spanish colonies, and the idea of divine rule by the elite.

An observation of Latinos in college through a personal look and educational resources

In this essay I will be discussing the role that religion played in the American colonization process. When the Europeans explored to America...

A delve into the special world that can only be created by Dean Koontz