Explore the complex and beautiful temporal cycles of the Maya civilization. Our Mayan Calendar Converter provides a complete breakdown of any modern date across the three primary Mayan systems. Calculate the 'Long Count' (Great Cycle), the 260-day 'Tzolk'in' (Divine Calendar), and the 365-day 'Haab'' (Civil Calendar). It's an indispensable tool for archaeologists, history students, and cultural enthusiasts.
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Mayan Calendar Converter
Convert modern dates to the Mayan Long Count and Ritual cycles.
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Gregorian Selection
Mayan Long Count
13.0.13.7.8
Tzolk'in
The Sacred Almanac (260 Days)
9 Lamat
A divinatory calendar combining 20 day names with 13 numbers. Essential for religious ceremonies.
Haab'
The Solar Calendar (365 Days)
6 Kumk'u
Consists of 18 months of 20 days and one unlucky month of 5 days (Wayeb').
Maya Units of Time
Kin
1 Day
Uinal
20 Days
Tun
360 Days
Katun
7,200 Days
Baktun
144,000 Days
The Long Count identifies a date by counting the number of days from the Maya creation date, typically correlated to August 11, 3114 BC in the Gregorian calendar.
About Convert Modern Dates to Mayan Calendar Cycles
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Select Date
Choose any modern date to begin calculation.
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Explore Cycles
View the Long Count, the 260-day Tzolk'in, and the 365-day Haab' results.
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Review Results
Verify the output looks correct before using or downloading it.
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Save Your Output
Click the download or copy button to export your results to your device or clipboard.
Key Features
Triple-Cycle Calculation
Simultaneously computes Long Count, Tzolk'in, and Haab' positions.
Kin/Winal Analytics
Breaks down the Long Count into its specific units: Baktun, Katun, Tun, Winal, and Kin.
Astronomical Baseline
Uses standard correlation constants to ensure historical accuracy with modern dating.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Long Count epoch began on August 11, 3114 BC.
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