Maya ruins refer to the sites and buildings left by the Maya civilization located in Central America. The Maya civilization is one of the most glorious civilizations in ancient America, with its prosperity period approximately between 250 and 900 AD. One of the characteristics of Maya ruins is their magnificent architecture and exquisite carving art. The buildings in the ruins include pyramids, temples, palaces, and sports fields. These buildings are usually constructed of stone, using precise geometric design and complex decorations. The Mayans also carved rich reliefs and murals on buildings, depicting their religion, history, and daily life. These relics are important for us to understand the history of the Maya civilization.

This sculpture was built by King Maratha in the Kathmandu Valley, however, this Garuda is the largest one in Kathmandu, built in the 17th century near the Maju Deval Narayan temple, and was constructed as part of the palace's surroundings to beautify it.