Xnaheb, Archaeological site in Toledo District, Belize.

Xnaheb is an archaeological site with multiple stone structures and carved monuments set within a forested area at the base of the Maya Mountains. The ruins spread across the terrain showing how the settlement was organized and constructed.

Archaeological evidence shows this site developed as an extension of Nim Li Punit and became established as a regional center during the Maya period. Its growth was closely tied to the larger power centers of the region.

The carved stelae here record ceremonies, royal lineages, and daily practices of the Maya people. These monuments tell stories about how communities organized their lives and valued their traditions.

Access requires hiking through jungle paths, so it helps to be familiar with the terrain or travel with a guide. Visitors should wear appropriate clothing for forest conditions and allow adequate time for exploration.

Xnaheb is one of five primary Maya sites identified in southern Belize, a status it shares with Nim Li Punit, from which it may have been founded as an offshoot. The centre sits on a ridge of foothills extending from the Maya Mountains, in the Toledo District.