After a leisurely breakfast we headed off to the Mayan archealogical site just outside of Palenque. It dates back to around 600AD. So far only 5% of the site has been excavated but even so it is one of the best Mayan sites in Mexico. They have discovered complete sarcophagus here along with treasure such as jade and other precious metals. The main building here is the Temple of Inscription where the Emperor Pakal was found. The steps to the top rise 25 metres...

Today will go down as one of the most "interesting" days I have ever had when travelling. We set off from San Cristobal, bound for Palenque. We had been warned that we may come across roadblocks set up by protesting indigenous people. They are protesting against unfair taxes and land acquisitions. With this in mind we set off in our mini van. We hit the first roadblock about an hour later. Being surrounded by some aggressive men with machetes and batons was...