The most sacred Mayan tradition practiced at the spa is the use of a temazcal, or steam house, which is similar to a Native American sweat lodge. As the sun sets, individuals or small groups ...

Also it's "sacred" because it is archetypal -- it is the pattern that lies behind Creation. Precise geometry is seen to be behind much of God's handiwork.

It’s actually in our cells,” said Kern, a 48-year-old Newport Beach resident. “We’re trying to help people here by bringing some sacred geometry into the picture.” ...