San Bartolo is a Mayan ruin in El Peten in Guatemala.
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| San Bartolo | ||
| Department | Totonicapán Department | |
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| Residents | unknown | |
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background
Early settlements could be found as early as the 9th century BC. Be proven. The peak phase began about 200 years later. The first ceremonial buildings such as the ball playground and the first pyramids date from this time. The last structural measures date from the first century AD. Shortly afterwards, like many in the region, the city was abandoned for unknown reasons.
getting there
Since 2005, the facility is to be open to the general public. At the moment it is still the case that it is possible to visit the facility and the chambers after having received an official permit.
By plane
The nearest airport is in Flores. From here the road continues.
By train
In the street
The city is in the north of Uaxactun and can be reached with an all-terrain vehicle during the dry season. Experienced drivers with vehicles can be found in Flores and Tikal to be hired.
By boat
mobility
Tourist Attractions
There are numerous buildings from the pre-classical period to be seen here. The highlight is undoubtedly the Palace of Inscriptions. In this chambers were found that contain the oldest preserved wall paintings of the Maya world. These show scenes from Mayan mythology, as they were recorded about two millennia later in Popol Vuh and Chim Balam.
