This ancient structure was built by a mysterious civilization that was largely destroyed by a volcanic eruption.

These haunting ruins of a 700-year-old Prehispanic city have witnessed centuries of wars and massacres.

This colossal ancient jaguar sculpture was used as a vessel for the hearts torn from sacrificial victims.

These sacred Mesoamerican ruins feature peculiar petroglyphs hidden in the stones.

This strange sculpture of a menacing skull surrounded by sun rays was discovered at the foot of the Pyramid of the Sun.

This partially reconstructed Aztec pyramid gives a glimpse of what its larger counterparts would have looked like.

The striking jade death mask of an ancient Maya king is displayed in a replica tomb in Mexico City.

This ancient jade mask depicting the Zapotec bat god was found in the ruins of the pyramids of Monte Alban.

This colossal ancient sculpture of the monstrous Aztec rain god has a literally stormy history.

This beautiful and unmissable little museum is full of fascinating artifacts from Mesoamerica's great civilizations.

This museum houses two of Mexico's most impressive Aztec monoliths.

Come face to face with the ferocious visage of the serpent-headed mother goddess of the Aztecs.

A striking depiction of Teotihuacan's mysterious "Spider Woman."

The largest collection of artifacts from the Olmec civilization, the mother culture of Mesoamerica.

Three small rooms in the jungle house the most elaborate and intact murals of the Mayan world.

In the Valley of Morelos lies a mysterious Olmec site with signs of jaguar veneration.

A barbarous band of serpents guard the bases of these Aztec temples.

You can explore the halls of tombs in the abandoned former capital of the Zapotecs.

This archeological site hidden behind Teotihuacán's pyramids shelters 1600-year-old murals.

Underneath the historic center of Mexico City, the remains of a temple dedicated to the Aztec god of the wind.

A massive yet whimsical statue pays homage to the art and joy of "flight."

The singular ruins of a mysterious lost city.

Panoramic views of the city of New Haven and the Long Island Sound, with a side of history.

The headquarters of the famous Yale society.