Archaeologists have discovered evidence of the Ancient Maya burning their dead rulers to mark a new dynasty. The burnt remains found in Guatemala suggest political turmoil leading to the collapse of the Classic Maya era. This discovery sheds light on the regime change and end of the Maya Kingdom's reign.
Archaeologists Found a Smoking Gun Behind the End of the Maya Kingdom’s Reign https://t.co/UBjuqdpKu3
Archaeologists Found a Smoking Gun Behind the End of the Maya Kingdom’s Reign https://t.co/l7ilUMg1MQ
Twelve-hundred-year-old burnt remains in Guatemala reflect the political turmoil that eventually led to the collapse of the Classic Maya era in the region, researchers say. https://t.co/Adls0scqA9
Ancient Maya burned their dead rulers to mark a new dynasty. Evidence for the ritual comes from the burnt bones of royal individuals that were dumped in the foundations of a temple. https://t.co/NEY7lZUFHT https://t.co/jHVh8KCZzN
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