The doomed splendor of the Maya unfolded against the backdrop of the rain forests of southern Mexico and Central America. Here, Classic Maya civilization reached improbable heights. To chart a culture whose Preclassic roots reach back 3,000 years, we begin with new evidence suggesting that the arrival of a warlord from central Mexico ushered in an age of magnificence and masterpieces such as the death mask of Palenque's King Pakal.
Frommer’s Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks
Frommer’s Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks, 5th Edition includes all the up-to-date practical information and candid insider advice that you need to have the perfect park vacation, in an easy-to-carry size and at an unbeatable price:
- The best strategies for seeing these spectacular parks—and the lowdown on equally stunning (and less crowded!) natural wonders nearby.
- Great places to stay: cozy park lodges, family-friendly gateway motels, and the best campgrounds.
- The best hikes, from meandering garden paths to thrilling canyon trails—plus cross-country ski treks, mountain bike and horseback tours, and more.
- Where to eat and where to stock up on supplies, both in the parks and in gateway towns.
- Detailed, accurate regional, park, and trail maps—plus a fully illustrated nature guide!
National Parks of the American West
Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. Frommer's. The best trips start here.
* Outdoor adventures for everyone, from hiking and horseback riding to sea kayaking and white-water rafting.
* Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not.
* Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip whatever your budget.
* Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions.
Find great deals and book your trip at Frommers.com
National Geographic - Inca Sacrifice
Five centuries after Inco priests sacrificed three children on a peak
in Argentina, archaeologists find them frozen to near perfection,
accompanied by breathtaking textiles and artifacts.
