Maya Biosphere Reserve Guatemala Vykort

The Maya Biosphere Reserve in Northern Guatemala protects a vast expanse of tropical forest that hides the ruins of the ancient city of Tikal. Within this emerald canopy, the Resplendent Quetzal—a bird sacred to the Maya—darts between mahogany trees with its shimmering green plumage and long, iridescent tail feathers. The atmosphere is thick with the mystery of ancient civilizations and the constant chatter of the jungle. Rising above the trees, the limestone pyramids of Tikal provide a dramatic backdrop to one of the most biodiverse regions in Central America, where nature and history are inextricably linked in a breathtaking display of life.