First 3-D topographic map of early Maya city 'Head of Stone' delineates ancient buildings
Thursday, April 14, 2011 - 09:32
in Paleontology & Archaeology
Archaeologists have made the first three-dimensional topographic map of the early Maya city "Head of Stone" in Guatemala's Central Lakes region, adding new perspective to the site and its ancient buildings and architectural patterns. Called Holtun in Maya, the never-before-excavated city includes a triadic pyramid, astronomical observatory, ritual ball court, plazas and residential mounds for elites and commoners, say archaeologists.