Moon Eclipse (taken from NASA)

Moon Eclipse at the ruines of Tikal

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March 3rd 2008
Another long day trip to see the moon eclipse in Tikal withouth knowing if I would be able to get inside the ruines. The trip begun at 7 in the morning and I was around 4 in the afternoon right at time at Tikal ruines. As usual, I got lucky and was able to get one of the only two rooms left there. No hamuck, no tent, no dormitory was available. About 400 to 500 people were gathered to see the ec ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Petén Region » Tikal

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The Maya civilization flourished in Guatemala and surrounding regions during the first millennium A.D. After almost three centuries as a Spanish colony, Guatemala won its independence in 1821. During the second half of the 20th century, it experience... ... read more