Petén, the most important region od the Maya world, has as unique historical value for its archeological wealth, its wildlife and biosphere.
Here legends are born of one of the most amazing cultures in the world. Its fascinating archaeological sites are surrounded by the forest, including the Tikal National Park, which was declared a Natural and Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 1979.
There are also Yaxhá, Ceibal, Aguateca, San Bartolo and El Mirador, where the largest pyramid of the Mayan world is located. These places are the setting where the Maya civilization develpoed.