Why Did The Greatest Maya City Suddenly Vanish?
Synopsis
Chichén Itzá, a once-thriving Maya city in Mexico, showcases remarkable structures like El Caracol and El Castillo while exploring the reasons behind its sudden decline.
Synopsis
Chichén Itzá, a prominent ancient Maya city in Mexico, was once a thriving metropolis comparable in size to medieval Paris. The site features remarkable structures such as the El Caracol observatory, known for its astronomical precision, and the El Castillo pyramid, built over a sacred portal to the underworld. The documentary examines the duality of Chichén Itzá, highlighting both its architectural achievements and the violent practices of its warrior elite, while investigating the reasons behind the city's sudden decline and abandonment.
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