Mundo Maya is
the place to visit in 2012 with all the ongoing global excitement of the
beginning of a new cycle in the Maya calendar. Belize, as the heartland of the mysterious
ancient Maya, is poised to welcome world travelers for a memorable and mystical
moment to experience firsthand the mesmerizing splendor of this truly
fascinating civilization.
In
commemoration of this part of Belize’s vibrant history and culture, an exciting
calendar of events has been developed.
One such initiative and a first of its kind is the Maya 2012 Passport to
be stamped at each of Belize’s main archaeological sites including Caracol,
Lamanai, Xunantunich, Barton Creek Cave, Altun Ha, Lubaantun, Nim Li Punit,
Cerro Maya, El Pillar and many others. The passports are available at a cost of
$25 USD and include background information and maps of all relevant sites.
Belize
boosts a high concentration of significant archeological sites with as much as
10% of its population of Maya decent where old traditions are still alive. The
only English speaking country within the Mundo Maya, Belize offers visitors an
extensive experience of Maya culture and a taste of the ancient past.
Towering Maya
temples surrounded by lush rainforest and abundant wildlife; pristine caves
with vivid remnants of the ceremonial and astonishing Maya; guided tours by
culturally knowledgeable locals; intriguing Maya homestead programs of the
south are just a few vibrant reminders of why the tiny country of Belize is the
key destination for Maya 2012 travels. In addition to its rich and diverse
culture, Belize proudly boosts a magnificent reef and cave system, picturesque
islands, a host of accommodations suitable for a wide range of budgets – all
incentives that lures the adventurous, inquisitive, and demanding traveler. For inspiration, enlightenment, or just simply
rejuvenation, paradise off the beaten path welcomes visitors for a truly unique
Maya 2012 experience.
Splash Dive Center joins other partners in the celebration of Belize’s cultural highlight
of Maya heritage and offers its client base a number of Splash Maya Tours that
include packages to archeological sites spanning from Toledo to Cayo. For list of available tours please click on
Splash Maya 2012 logo.
