Ek Balam is one of those places that look like something out of an adventure movie... but without the crowds or Hollywood cliches. Here you won't find souvenir stands every five meters or guides with megaphones. Instead, you’ll walk among almost intact Mayan temples, with the jungle embracing the structures and the birds in the background making the perfect soundtrack. The star of the place is the Acropolis, a pyramid you can climb to feel like Indiana Jones (but with less danger and more epic photos). The best thing is that, unlike other archaeological sites, here you can still climb and explore at your own pace, without feeling that you are being chased by a group of tourists with selfiesticks. Ek Balam is history, nature and peace... with a dash of adventure for curious travelers who prefer to discover secrets rather than follow crowds.