Takalik Abaj
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Tak'alik Ab'aj is a pre-Columbian archaeological site in Guatemala. It was formerly known as Abaj Takalik; its ancient name may have been Kooja. It is one of several Mesoamerican sites with both Olmec
Excavations of the Middle Preclassic ballcourt at Takalik Abaj
Obsidian artefacts recovered from Takalik Abaj, including prismatic blades and obsidian cores.
Stela 5 from Takal'ik Ab'aj. The latest of the two Long Count dates is equivalent to a date in AD 126. The dates are flanked by rulers, probably symbolising the passing of power from one king to the next. Click here for a photo of this stela.
Early Classic cylindrical polychrome vessel from Takalik Abaj
Izapa
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Izapa is a very large pre-Columbian era archaeological site located in the Mexican state of Chiapas; it is best known for its occupation during the Late Formative period. The site is situated on the I
View of the ruins of Izapa
Tacana volcano as seen from Izapa to the north
Stela 2 from Izapa
Izapa Stela 25