
Altun Ha Maya Ruins - "White Stone under Water"
Drive thru the principal streets of Belize City enroute to the country side as your guide enlightens you with the rich Belizean history. Travel 33 miles on the old northern highway road to the classical Mayan trading center of Altun Ha "White stone under water", learn about its great achievements of survival for over a thousand years. Walk thru the same path of the Mayas amongst some of the 275 mounts partially excavated and restored by some of the locals and Dr. David Pendergast who did an extensive research from 1967 to 1974. As you travel back in time with history and feel the presence of an ancient civilization come alive; hike above some of its highest monumental structures where the elite families once occupied and enjoy a spiritual and panoramic view from above. Inhale the fresh air of the pristine green forest that surrounds you and soar with the spirits of the ancient Mayas that still preserves its pass.
