The very word Maya evokes images of mystery - ancient pyramids soaring above trackless jungle, giant carved stones proclaiming artistic and intellectual prowess, a sudden and enigmatic demise. Sometime before A.D. 250, the first Mesoamerican culture we can confidently call Maya borrowed ideas from neighbors, added its own ingredients, and created one of the most brilliant civilizations of antiquity amid the rainforest in the heart of the Yucatán. This map was published in October 1989 as half of a two-map set with The Ancient Maya World.
This unique map is highly detailed, with an attractive Maya-inspired border and gorgeous relief painting to offer a realistic glimpse into the world of the ancient Maya world. Modern-day national parks and other preserved areas are juxtaposed against the remains of the great civilization. Explore the region with an abundance of historical notes about Mayan cities and other significant archaeological finds, such as caves and other sites found with pottery, sculptures, and more.
This map is drawn in the Lambert Conformal Conic projection, which seats a cone over the sphere of the Earth and projects the surface conformally onto the cone, and is a popular projection used in aeronautical charts.
An attractive map perfect for any collection! Sure to be a conversation piece, this map makes a fine companion to The Ancient Maya World.
Printed on polypropylene, an ideal material for wall maps as the printing brings out rich colours, and crisp edges for readability. The material is stronger than most papers and unlikely to crease or rip. The matte finish eliminates glare, and adds texture to the map. Ideal for display.
Your map is rolled and packaged in a sturdy tube to protect it during shipment.
