ANCIENT MAYA CITY
OF CALAKMUL, CAMPECHE
Calakmul is one of
the largest known Mayan sites, located in Campeche in the Tierras
Bajas jungles. It covers approximately 70 square
kilometers, and is estimated to have had a population of 50,000 in the height of
its power. The central urban core of Calakmul is
delineated on the north by a substantial wall, probably for defense of the most
important political structures and residences.

Destination: Campeche
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