More than 3,000 buildings, many of which have never been exacavated, lie in the ruins of the Mayan city of Tika. Rise of Nations models the Temple of the Giant Jaguar, a soaring 145-foot masterpiece once buried in the rain forest of northern Guatemala.

The Temple of Tikal reduces the cost of all of your Temples, and you receive upgrades at the Temple at no cost. The effects of Temples - on National Borders, Hit Points, and Attack Range - are increased as well. It also accelerates the rate at which you gather Timber , and the Commerce Cap for Timber is elevated.