Maya Mountains
| Maya Mountains | |
|---|---|
| Montañas Mayas | |
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Maya Mountains during clear conditions | |
| Highest point | |
| Peak | Doyle's Delight |
| Elevation | 1,124 m (3,688 ft) |
| Coordinates | 16°29′39″N 89°2′45″W / 16.49417°N 89.04583°WCoordinates: 16°29′39″N 89°2′45″W / 16.49417°N 89.04583°W |
| Geography | |
| Countries | Belize and Guatemala |
| Geology | |
| Age of rock | Mesozoic (Cretaceous) |
| Type of rock | Karstic |
The Maya Mountains are a mountain range located in Belize and eastern Guatemala, in Central America.
Geography
The range's highest peaks are Doyle's Delight at 1,124 metres (3,688 ft), and Victoria Peak at 1,120 metres (3,670 ft).
The Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary is a notable nature reserve within the range.
History
The mountains are mainly made of Paleozoic era granite and sediments.
The Maya Mountains and associated foothills contain a number of important Mayan ruins including the sites of Lubaantun,[1] Nim Li Punit, Cahal Pech,[2] and Chaa Creek.
Maya Mountains, with Victoria Peak in the center.
See also
- Mountain ranges of Central America
References
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