Located 17 km (10.5 mi) east of San Miguel.

This Mayan archaeological zone has various groups of buildings that were built in distinct eras. The structures were used for housing, religious and political purposes. Currently, only three groups of buildings are open to the public: Manitas, Plaza Central and Murcielagos.

The Mayan archeological site of San Gervasio has an unusually long history, beginning sometime around 100 BC and continuing as late as the 16th century.

San Gervasio was a site dedicated to the Mayan goddess Ixchel, deity of midwifery, fertility, medicine and weaving. Many women from the inland Mayan settlements made the pilgrimage here to Ixchel´s shrine at some point in their lifetime. A graceful arch protects an altar on a sacbe (ancient road) leading into the ceremonial center. Many statues to Ixchel were found here. It is believed that a large ceramic image of Ixchel delivered oracles spoken by a hidden priestess for pilgrims with questions.

Although the ruins at San Gervasio are not well preserved, they are numerous and their beautiful natural setting makes a visit there worthwhile. One of the most interesting buildings there is the Temple of the Hands. Inside, numerous small red hand prints of unknown significance are painted on the wall, leading more than one tourist to speculate that perhaps this was a day-care center for pilgrim moms!

Entrance fee $5.00 USD. Free entrance for children under 11 years old. Hours: From 7 am through 4 pm 365 days a year. Transversal highway Km 7.5.