The Great Temple of the Aztecs in Mexico
The Templo Mayor, or "great temple," is situated in the heart of Mexico City. Ancient greatness, unfinished history, and contemporary archeology converge in a city that blends the past and present in a never-ending journey of discovery and awe.
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In October 2006, another major monolith was found in a lot adjacent to the temple. The discovery -a representation of Tlaltecuhtli, the Earth goddess in Aztec religion- is the major current attraction of the area.
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- id:672245
- date:27 April 2011
- dimensions:13.33 x 10.00 in. (4000 x 3000 px)
- dpi:300dpi
- file size in memory:34.94 MB
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The Templo Mayor, or "great temple," is situated in the heart of Mexico City. Ancient greatness, unfinished history, and contemporary archeology converge in a city that blends the past and present in a never-ending journey of discovery and awe.
Details
- id:672245
- date:27 April 2011
- dimensions:13.33 x 10.00 in. (4000 x 3000 px)
- dpi:300dpi
- file size in memory:34.94 MB
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