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According to some interpretations of the ancient Maya calendar, December 21, 2012 marks the end of the world and the Mayan regions of Southern Mexico are making preparations for the party of the millennium–just in case they are right.
Thanks to vacationers excited to experience the “end of the world” where it was first predicted, Mexico is expecting to more than double the number of visitors and hopefully turn a profit fit for the end of times.
One of the cities expecting a tourism boom is Tapachula, located on the Guatemalan border, the city has erected an 8-foot digital clock in its main park which will mark the days, weeks and hours until the end of the world.
And, at the archaeological site of Izapa, Maya priests will burn incense, chant and offer prayers.
But if neither one of these sights sound appealing, no problem, there will be at least 500 Maya-themed events throughout the year in southern Mexico.
One, thing’s for sure, Southern Mexico will turn a pretty profit in the coming year, lets just hope the world doesn’t come to an end so that they can actually enjoy the money a little bit.
Read more at the Mail Online.