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Villanova University: Ancient Maya Architecture

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View photographs of pre-Columbian Maya architecture in the regions from central Mexico to Honduras and Nicaragua.
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The Face of the Beast Taotie Images

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One of the great mysteries of ancient China is the origin and meaning of the terrifying animal faces on ancient Shang ritual vessels. This illustrated article surveys this Chinese bronze art decoration in great detail.
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Mayan Monuments and Rubbings

For Students 9th - 10th
A series of photos and rubbings from Mayan stone calendars and standing stones (stelae) that could be used as primary sources for a unit on Mayan history.
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Villanova University: Chichen Itza

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Villanova University contains many pictures of the Mayan City of Chichen Itza. Click on each thumbnail to enlarge.
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Mesoweb: The Temple of the Inscriptions Tablets

For Students 9th - 10th
Wonderful PDF files of various tablets found at the Temple of the Inscriptions in the ancient Maya city-state of Palenque.
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Unesco: Mexico: El Tajin, Pre Hispanic City

For Students 9th - 10th
Located in the state of Veracruz, El Tajin was at its height from the early 9th to the early 13th century. It became the most important centre in north-east Mesoamerica after the fall of the Teotihuacan Empire. Its cultural influence...

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