About the book: 2017 / The book tells about the settlements of the Mayan Indians on the Yucatan Peninsula before the Spanish conquest. The cities of Ek-Balam, Uxmal (VIII-IX centuries) and the center of Mayan culture Chichen Itza (IX-XIII centuries) are described in detail. Information is provided about Mayan settlements of the 13th–16th centuries: the city of Tulum and two archaeological zones on the island of Cancun - San Miguelito and El Rey. Thanks to the book, you will walk through the ruins of these cities and be able to imagine the layout and features of their architecture, the most important buildings, their purpose, decor, and stages of construction. The author introduces the reader to the culture of the Mayan Indians, their daily life, political system, agriculture, nutrition, writing, architectural styles, construction methods, rituals and beliefs. The book will be of interest to those who are interested in the culture of the Indians of Mesoamerica, tourists who are planning a vacation in Mexico or have already visited these places, and a wide range of readers.