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Rewriting Mayan History: Archaeologists Discover Hidden Altar Buried Underground
A newly discovered altar buried near the center of the ancient Maya city of Tikal is providing fresh insight into the ...
Where You Should Travel This Summer, Based on Zodiac Sign
Astrologically speaking, traveling will be on everyone’s minds this summer due to the awaited entrance of Jupiter into the ...
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The 'Gateadores': a unique Guatemalan tradition for Holy Week
The Mayan community of San Andres Sajcabaja in Guatemala celebrated the Holy Week on Friday (April 18) in a unique manner. At ...
Archaeologists have discovered a 1,600-year-old Maya altar, surrounded by children's bones
Child sacrifice was thought to be rare in their culture. This chilling discovery suggests foreign invaders played a role.
Archaeologists Found a Smoking Gun Behind the End of the Maya Kingdom’s Reign
Archaeologists uncover burned artifacts in Guatemala, revealing a pivotal fire event that marked the end of Maya royalty and ...
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Hidden On Guatemala's Coast Is A Quirky, Under-The-Radar Town With A Vibrant Caribbean Culture
For an under-the-radar destination in Guatemala, head to this coastal town full of colorful homes, great food, beautiful beaches, and a unique culture.
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Ancient altar found in Guatemala jungle apparently used for sacrifices, "especially of children," archaeologists say
An altar from the Teotihuacan culture, at the pre-Hispanic heart of what became Mexico, was discovered in Tikal National Park in Guatemala, the center of Mayan culture, demonstrating the ...
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Altar found in Guatemalan jungle evidence of mingling of Mayan and Teotihuacan cultures, experts say
was discovered in Tikal National Park in Guatemala, the center of Mayan culture, demonstrating the interaction between the two societies, Guatemala’s Culture and Sports Ministry announced Monday.