Newly discovered evidence is shedding light on the movements of the Anasazi, a group of agricultural people who farmed the arid section of the Southwest from roughly AD 1 to AD 1300.

For stunning desert views in New Mexico, head to this monument that offers scenic trails that wind through rock formations, canyons, caves, and historic ruins.

Mexico is acknowledging that at least two well-known Mayan ruin sites are unreachable by visitors because of cartel violence or land disputes.

1. Chichen Itza. Named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007, the beautifully preserved Chichen Itza in Yucatán is Mexico’s most famous Maya ruin. Despite the crowds, few are ...