The ancient Maya first esteemed cocoa for its medicinal ... It was called the “Food of the Gods” and was presented at the table of Emperor Moctezuma II by the Aztecs. In 1502, Christopher ...

The Maya civilization, one of the most sophisticated pre-Columbian cultures, flourished across present-day Mexico, Guatemala, ...

The enigmatic people who created the figures may have shared cultural traditions with neighboring Maya and other ancient Mesoamerican people.

The ancient Maya, whose world was one of vivid cultural practices and strict hierarchy, with rulers playing an essential role mediating between the gods and mere mortals, developed a deep interest ...

According to mythology, it’s caused by an ancient ... a fermented honey concoction that ancient Maya warriors drank to fortify themselves for battle. It’s potent stuff, with a botanic ...

The Great Nicobar Megaproject threatens to destroy 10 million trees and disrupt the lives of the indigenous Nicobarese people. Once tsunami survivors, they now face another disaster—mass deforestation ...

The researchers claim to have discovered eight vertical cylinder-shaped structures, referred to as shafts, extending ...

In many countries, the phenomenon of equinox as a seasonal change is celebrated with specific traditions. What are they?

Spring equinox rituals and traditions from around the world, from a mass water fight in Thailand to sun worship at Mayan ...