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Pyramid of the Sun, Teotihuacán Pyramid of the Sun, Teotihuacán
Maya Carving Maya Carving
Governor’s Palace, Uxmal Governor’s Palace, Uxmal

Maya Carving

Maya Carving
The Maya people of Mesoamerica developed impressive cities decorated with works of art, including intricate stone carving. These sculptures frequently depicted rulers or deities and recorded important events.
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Native Americans of Middle and South America; Mesoamerica; Pre-Columbian Art and Architecture; Archaeology; Maya Civilization
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