Maya Mountains, Mountain range in southern Belize and eastern Guatemala.
The Maya Mountains form a limestone ridge running from Guatemala's border into central Belize. The eastern and northern faces drop steeply while the western slopes descend more gradually into the surrounding lowlands.
Maya communities established settlements in these mountains long before Spanish conquest reached the region. Archaeological sites like Lubaantun reveal how these populations adapted to the steep terrain.
The mountains harbored Maya communities seeking refuge and left behind architectural remains that dot the landscape today. Travelers walking through the foothills still encounter traces of these settlements and the stories they tell about ancient life.
The area is passable for trekking but the terrain is rough and demands careful planning. Multiple waterways run through the landscape, offering natural reference points for navigation.
Hidden within the limestone lies the Chiquibul Spring and Cave System, an underground network that may extend far beyond the visible mountain range. This concealed water system reveals how much of the landscape remains unseen beneath the surface.
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