Sak tzʼi (Maya site)
Mayan archaeological site in Chiapas, Mexico / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Sak tzʼi is an archaeological site of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization. It is located in the municipality of Ocosingo of the Mexican state of Chiapas. The ruins are notable for having the earliest urban remains in the Upper Usumacinta region, as well as a unique ancient theater for elite use. The ancient identity of the site is subject to debate.
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Location | Nueva Palestina, Chiapas, Mexico |
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Region | Chiapas |
Coordinates | 16.7850°N 91.2799°W / 16.7850; -91.2799 |
History | |
Founded | Early Classic |
Abandoned | 1100 CE |
Periods | 50 CE to 1100 CE |
Cultures | Maya |
Site notes | |
Excavation dates | 2003–2012 |
Archaeologists | Luis Alberto Martos López |
Architecture | |
Architectural styles | Early to Late Classic Maya |
Restored by INAH (2008–2012) Responsible body: INAH |
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