Coe, Andrew <br/><br/>
Archaeological Mexico : a traveler's guide to ancient cities and sacred sites 
/ Andrew Coe ; photos by Danielle Gustafson 
 - Emeryville, CA  : Avalon Travel Publishing  , 2001  , c1998. 
 - 469 p.  : ill. (some col.), maps  ; 22 cm. 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references (p. 431-436) and indexes. 
<br/><br/> An invaluable guide for anyone interested in exploring Mexico's ancient ruins, Archaeological Mexico provides an authoritative survey of the country's important archaeological sites. Combining recent scientific research with practical information for travelers, this guide also offers: Updated tours of more than 50 of the most spectacular ruins in the country, from the Valley of Mexico to the Yucatan Peninsula. An in-depth look at Mesoamerican culture, including the early mammoth hunters and the magnificent civilizations encountered by Cortes. Background information on Mexican archaeological excavations and their effects on indigenous cultures. Details on the history and mythology of the country's ancient peoples, and a discussion of their modern-day descendants. Important planning advice, such as when to go, what to pack, safety precautions, and federal regulations, along with dozens of maps, illustrations, and photos. Book jacket. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781566913218 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Indians of Mexico---Antiquities
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Geographic Terms: </label><br/>Mexico---Antiquities---Guidebooks
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>LAS REF 917.2048 COE