Mayan Nohmul PyramidDestroyed by Bulldozer

Submitted by Ms. RobersonMay 22, 2013

Reference Article Title: Mayan Nohmul Pyramid

Destroyed by Bulldozer

Author: Patrick E. Jones

Newspaper: Huffington Post

Article Published: May 13, 2013

Geographic Region

Summary

Reactions "It's a feeling of incredible disbelief

because of the ignorance and the insensitivity ... they were using this for road fill," Awe said. "It's like being punched in the stomach, it's just so horrendous.”

- The head of the Belize Institute of Archaeology, Jaime Awe

Historical Background

Questions What can we do to better preserve

and protect Mayan archaeological sites?

How can we better enforce rules and regulations with respect to construction and demolition?