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Maya Center Mayan Museum

Jaguar Reserve road, Belize
660 – 3903
Ranked #67 of 111 attractions in Belize
4.5 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
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at sea
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2012

Exploring any culture takes time and understanding. It cannot be purchased and it cannot be forcefed by some fast talking tout. Julio and his colleagues at the Maya Centre Mayan Museum provide the cultural tourist with the time and quiet but fastidious explanation that is welcomed and embraced. Tourist sites around the world would be advised to look at the... More

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Vancouver, Washington
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2011

My friend and I had a great time learning about the setup of the typical Mayan house and uses for various pots and tools. Julio gives a great tour! We especially enjoyed the last part where we got to grind Mayan coffee and learn how to make corn tortillas (and then eat them, yum!). I definitely recommend taking a tour... More

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Ball Ground, Georgia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2011
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Although we are aware that the Mayan civilization did not truly end and that the Mayan culture continues, we cannot appreciate how much has survived without such an experience is that presented by the Maya Center. This is not a fast-talking sell you trinkets place, bu a serious collection of artifacts displayed by very friendly and knowledgeable Mayan staff. I... More

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Cary, North Carolina
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 30, 2010
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While staying in the Jaguar Preserve, we came down to the Maya Museum one evening for a full tour, a concert and dinner. What a great experience! Julio explained many aspects of traditional Mayan culture to us and showed us various implements and artifacts. We learned how to make corn tortillas and pressed sugar cane. We enjoyed a concert with... More

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scotland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2010

We stayed in maya Centre for a few days to visit the reservas nearby...the local transport system is pretty poor so we had to rely on taxis to get to and from each one. There were several offers around town...but julio beat them all. In addition, he was punctual, and full of interesting stories the whole way. He also acts... More

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