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This ancient Olmec face, on display at the Met, stands as a remarkable exhibit that underscores the enduring power of art and the intriguing craftsmanship of the Olmec culture. Read more Section: Artifacts Other Artifacts News Videos Read Later Source
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Aerial Survey Reveals Hundreds of Olmec and Maya Sites in Mexico
October 27th, 2021 
Awake Goy Researchers from the University of Arizona recently completed a groundbreaking and breathtaking aerial survey of large areas of southern Mexico that were once occupied by Olmec and Maya civilizations, the builders of ancient Mesoamerica’s first great civilizations. The survey was groundbreaking because it was the largest aerial imaging study ever carried out, covering more than […]
Remote-Sensing Reveals Details of Ancient Olmec Site in Mexico
October 26th, 2021 Awake Goy Aerial remote-sensing of a large region of Mexico has revealed hundreds of ancient Mesoamerican ceremonial centers, including a large one at an important site for the ancient Olmec culture that is known for its colossal stone heads. The remote-sensing method, called lidar, pinpointed 478 ceremonial centers in areas that were home to the ancient Olmec […]
