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Sarcophagus Cover of Pakal at Palenque

Nestled in the foothills of southern Mexico is one of the most magical and hauntingly beautiful archaeological sites in the world. Here, one of the richest tombs in the New World was discovered, and its marvelous artifacts—particularly King Pakal’s sarcophagus cover—provide insights into the myths and religion of the ancient Maya.

English
  • Originally Aired April 4, 2013
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-G
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created September 28, 2021 by
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  • Modified July 23, 2024 by
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