The Maya Civilization flourished between 250-950 although it drew upon earlier civilizations such as that of the Olmecs (1500 - 200 BCE) and Zapotec (600 BCE - 800 CE) and lasted through the Post-Classic Period of 950-1524. The great cities of the Maya were abandoned during this latter period, prior to the Spanish Conquest of the region. This gallery presents 40 images of some of those cities, both the famous and the lesser-known sites.
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Uxmal's Pyramid of the Magician
The Pyramid of the Magician, Uxmal, Mexico. The Maya temple was first built in the 6th century CE with additions made up to the 10th century CE.
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