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Yaxchilán

Yaxchilán is possibly the most remote of Mexico’s Maya archeological sites as it is only accessible by boat. Travel down the Usumacinta river which divides Mexico and Guatemala to enter this stunning site of palaces and temples. You might feel like the first to rediscover it.

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