El Calón: Pyramid Made of Seashells Posted April 24, 2022 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries 275 million seashells went into constructing the most unique pyramid in all ancient MExico
Camazotz: Batman of the Maya Posted March 27, 2022 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries The Mayan death-bat god Camazotz is still misunderstood by researchers.
Kabah: Royal Snake in the Hand Posted February 26, 2022 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries With dazzling architecture, Kabah was unique among ancient Maya cities.
Mapa Tlotzin, More than an Ancient Map Posted February 13, 2022 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries This ancient map from the Kingdom of Texcoco has interesting stories to tell.
Chacmool, Mysterious Sculptures of Ancient Mexico Posted February 6, 2022 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Archaeologists are still trying to figure out the meaning behind this mysterious sculpture.
Comalcalco, Round Sky City of the Maya Posted December 5, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Made almost entirely of brick, Comalcalco is unique among Maya cities.
Cacao: From Currency to Chocolate Posted November 7, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Cacao has an interesting and mysterious history.
Cantona, Forgotten Fortress City Posted October 24, 2021October 24, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries It was one of the largest and most important cities in ancient Mexico, so why have you never heard of Cantona?
Dwarfs and Hunchbacks in Ancient Mexico Posted October 10, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Dwarfs and hunchbacks played important but mysterious roles in ancient Mexican cultures.
Mitla: Magnificent “City of Rest” Posted August 29, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Beautiful ornamentation found nowhere else in Mexico grace the ancient site of Mitla.
The Eruption of Xitle & the Destruction of Cuicuilco Posted August 1, 2021August 1, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries A volcano and a massive wall of lava ended the prosperous city-state of Cuicuilco
The Mysterious Shaft Tombs of Western Mexico Posted July 4, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Unique and impressive elite burials across western Mexico are still somewhat mysterious.
Cobá, Empire in the Jungle Posted June 20, 2021June 20, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries A magnificent city in the jungle still has many stories to tell.
Tres Zapotes, The Eternal City Posted April 25, 2021April 25, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries This ancient city was inhabited for almost 2,500 years. Who lived there? Why?
La Pintada, Mystery in the Desert Posted April 4, 2021April 5, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries A little-known archaeological site in Sonora may have served as a destination for pilgrims for thousands of years.
The Mysterious Monoliths of Santo Tomás Jalieza Posted March 7, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Three mysterious carved stones have stood in a remote part of Oaxaca for thousands of years. Who carved them? Why?
Xochiquetzal, Aztec Goddess of Love (and More) Posted February 7, 2021 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Known as the Aztec goddess of love, Xochiquetzal had many aspects and served many roles.
Aztlán Found? Mexcaltitlán Posted January 17, 2021 Robert Bitto1 CommentPosted in Ancient Mysteries A tiny fishing village on an artificial island in Nayarit may be the lost home of the Aztecs.
The Mystifying Rock Art of Burgos, Tamaulipas Posted December 6, 2020 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Nearly 5,000 ancient images exist on the walls of caves and ravines in a remote part of Tamaulipas.
Calakmul, Kingdom of the Snake Posted November 29, 2020 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries One of the largest and most mysterious ancient Maya cities is still covered in jungle and rarely visited.
Aztec Lords of the Night Posted November 8, 2020November 14, 2020 Robert Bitto1 CommentPosted in Ancient Mysteries The Aztec week had 9 days and each day had a Lord of the Night
Lost City of the Tarascans Posted October 18, 2020October 18, 2020 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries A lost city in the Badlands of Michoacan could be the site of the start of the Tarascan Empire.
Queens of Yaxchilán Posted September 27, 2020 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries The stories of 3 powerful Maya women are etched in stone for all to see centuries later.
What is a Codex? Posted August 17, 2020 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries In ancient Mexico the art of manuscript making goes back many centuries.
Tamoanchan, Ancient Mexican Paradise Lost Posted August 2, 2020August 2, 2020 Robert Bitto3 CommentsPosted in Ancient Mysteries Was this ancient Mexican paradise a real place or was it just a legend?
The Priestesses of Tamtoc Posted June 29, 2020 Robert Bitto2 CommentsPosted in Ancient Mysteries The obscure ruins of Tamtoc may have been an ancient female pilgrimage site.
Jaguar Gods of the Maya Posted June 7, 2020 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries The jaguar is an enduring symbol in ancient Mexico. The Maya had many jaguar deities.
The Mysterious Tunnels of Teotihuacán Posted May 25, 2020May 25, 2020 Robert Bitto1 CommentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Tunnels and chambers exist beneath one of Mexico’s most mysterious ancient cities.
Uxmal: Lost City of the Dwarf Posted March 30, 2020 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Some of the most elaborate art and architecture exist in this ancient Maya city.
Cañada de la Virgen, The Mecca of Ancient Mexico Posted March 1, 2020March 2, 2020 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Ancient Mysteries Unknown to most, this site was a destination of pilgrims from all over ancient Mexico for centuries.