In 2018, Guillermo de Anda crawled into a sealed cave at Chichen Itza, and found Maya offerings untouched for centuries

Archaeologists have uncovered a hidden cave near Chichen Itza, Mexico. This undisturbed site, named Balamku, holds hundreds of ancient Mayan ritual objects. The discovery offers a unique look into the sacred beliefs and practices of the Maya. It highlights the importance of subterranean spaces in their religious life. This find reshapes our understanding of the iconic Mayan city.

In 2018, Guillermo de Anda crawled into a sealed cave at Chichen Itza, and found Maya offerings untouched for centuries
Archaeologists have uncovered a hidden cave near Chichen Itza, Mexico. This undisturbed site, named Balamku, holds hundreds of ancient Mayan ritual objects. The discovery offers a unique look into the sacred beliefs and practices of the Maya. It highlights the importance of subterranean spaces in their religious life. This find reshapes our understanding of the iconic Mayan city.