Where to Find Mayan Civilization Maps: Top 3 Reliable Sources

Need a map of the Maya world? Start with these authoritative sources:

1. National Geographic (Interactive)

NG Maya Interactive — Zoomable, layered: cities, trade routes, timeline, videos. Best for exploration.

2. Encyclopedia Britannica

Britannica Maya Map — Scholarly, static, annotated with cultural zones, chronology, key sites.

3. Wikipedia (Surprisingly Good)

Wikipedia Maya Geographic Extent — SVG map, citable, shows Classic/Postclassic boundaries, major cities, modern borders overlay.

Bonus: Academic/Print

• Coe & Houston, "The Maya" (Thames & Hudson) — Definitive atlas
• FAMSI (Foundation for Mesoamerican Studies) — Research-grade maps
• Google Earth "Ancient Maya" layer — 3D site views

Tip: Specify period (Preclassic 2000 BC–250 AD, Classic 250–900, Postclassic 900–1521) — extent changed dramatically.