In a significant development in archaeological research, a panel inscribed with Mayan hieroglyphics has been recovered from a ...

Our knowledge of ancient Maya tobacco use comes mainly from visual ... in the September/October 2024 issue of National Geographic History magazine. Become a subscriber and support our award ...

The Mayan populations occupied the vast land now known as the Yucatan Peninsula ... The Acropolis of Ek Balam is one of the most significant Mesoamerican buildings in understanding northeastern ...

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The walls of Loltun's caves serve as a canvas to the past, showcasing drawings and carvings that date back thousands of years ...

Archaeologists are finding these ruins faster due to better satellite technology. Using a pulsed laser technique called lidar, or light detection and ranging, satellites can peer through the dense ...

The Mayan ruins in Tulum, perched atop a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea, are a must-visit. This site was once a thriving ...

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