Countries Belize and Guatemala Highest point Victoria Peak Type of rock Karst Age of rock Mesozoic | Elevation 1,124 m Country Belize Period Mesozoic (Cretaceous) Mountains Victoria Peak | |
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The Maya Mountains are a mountain range located in Belize and eastern Guatemala, in Central America.
Contents
Map of Montanas Maya, Belize
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, Nim Li Punit, Cahal Pech, and Chaa Creek.
References
Maya Mountains Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA