Exploring the Ruins of Tikal

Exploring the Ruins of Tikal

Tikal is the largest Mayan Ruin site in the world, yet only 8% is uncovered. We saw HUNDREDS AND HUNDREDS of structures today…and walking through the jungle from spot to spot, I noticed it was quite hilly. Well, Fernando informed me that the jungle is in fact flat, and those “hills” are all yet-to-be-uncovered ruins (but there’s some issues with both money and who’s in charge of those decisions). Mind. BLOWN.

We climbed on several temples (omg steep and zero safety barriers) which are sprouting out of the jungle, as the animals live harmoniously with this massive piece of human history.

There’s not much I can say other than to show you some photos and to tell you to absolutely get there if you can. One of my favourite places I’ve ever been in the entire world.

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