Mayan World Organization

Of all the cultural diversity that has existed in the history of humanity, the Mayans stand out as one of the most impressive cultures.

This qualification is not only based on their extraordinary achievements in ancient times, but also on their admirable continuity over time, which has allowed them to preserve ancient customs and traditions.

Before the Spanish conquest, the Mayan Civilization stood out in Mesoamerica and throughout the American continent for unique achievements, among which we can mention the development of a logo-syllabic writing system, a vigesimal numerical system that included the concept of zero. , the synchronization of more than five calendar systems and the development of complex cities within jungle environments that are not conducive to supporting thousands of inhabitants.

Furthermore, the architectural, sculptural, pictorial and artisanal expressions of the ancient Mayan peoples rival those that have been documented in other regions of the world.

Today, despite the impact of the Spanish conquest and another series of more recent political conflicts, the Mayan populations have found a way to maintain their culture, but always in keeping with modern times.

Its secret has undoubtedly been the existence of an ideological and cosmogonic base that is expressed in rituals and ceremonies, but mainly in the everyday life of daily life.

Therefore, although there are no longer complex cities in the jungle and hieroglyphic texts, the Mayan culture maintains its essence through its language, religious practices and agricultural and ethnobotanical knowledge, as well as its mastery in the production of textiles and all types of craft.