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Mass Graves in Chichen Itza Reveal Human Offerings in Ancient Maya Civilization; Genomic Analysis Shows How They Chose Sacrificed Victims

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 06.13.2024 01:09 AM

DNA analysis reveals rituals of sacrificing boys, including twins, in ancient Maya cities. Learn more about it in this article.

Ancient Vault Cover Featuring Snake Symbol From Maya Civilization Unearthed in Mexico

09.17.2023 01:00 AM

A vault cover reportedly from the Maya civilization was unearthed with a noticeable symbol resembling a serpent. Continue reading to learn more.

Remains of Man From Maya Civilization Holding Burial Offerings Unearthed in Mexico

09.15.2023 05:10 AM

The remains of a man holding burial offerings was discovered in a Mayan tomb in Mexico. Continue reading to learn more.

Ancient Maya Nasal Ornament Made From Human Leg Bone With Carved Scene Unearthed in Mexico

08.31.2023 09:22 AM

A nose ornament was discovered at the site of an ancient Maya city in Mexico. Continue reading to know the full details.

Pre-Hispanic Maya City 'Xiol' Unearthed by Construction Crew, Metropolis Dates Back 1,400 Years Ago

06.02.2022 03:40 AM

Archaeology experts suggest that the Xiol metropolis in the Yucatan peninsula was once full of socioeconomic activities. Read more about the ancient Mesoamerican site and the life it held in the past.

Mayan Civilization and Their Corn Crops Came from Southern Cultures Sometime 5600 Years Ago

03.23.2022 11:00 AM

The Mayan civilization contained a systematic society contrary to popular belief. See more about how experts traced the roots of the Maya culture.

New Archaeological Dig Finds Advanced Water Filters From the Maya Civilization

10.23.2020 07:00 AM

A team from the University of Cincinnati (UC) found sophisticated water filters, made from natural materials, built by the ancient Maya civilization in its old city of Tikal, now in Guatemala.

Climate Change Made The Maya Civilization Unleash Series Of Wars & Atrocities

04.05.2017 00:02 AM

Scientists debated over the reason behind the high rate of wars among the Maya civilization. A new study suggests its link to climate change and the warming temperature.

Blue Hole of Belize—The Fall of Maya Civilization Found in the Sand

01.03.2015 17:38 PM

Over the past Millenia, civilizations even before the age of written history, have fallen when faced with famine, disease and even war. But when the most advanced civilization in the world disappears without a reason, the mystery creates some unique speculations. For years now, researchers and archaeologists have sought out an answer to what happened to the Mesoamerican Mayan civilization, and while theories have run the gamut from mass suicide to disease and famine, researchers now believe that they have found the answer entombed in an underwater lagoon.

Blue Hole of Belize May Explain What Happened to the Mayans

12.30.2014 16:10 PM

Scientists may have solved the mystery of the decline of the Mayan civilization by examining the Blue Hole of Belize.

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