A lidar image of previously unknown Maya structures in Mexico. Image: Auld-Thomas et al., Antiquity 2024. However, lidar is expensive. That’s where an old map comes into play—a 2013 lidar ...

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The pyramids here aren’t as large as other Maya ruins in Mexico, but the setting, on 40ft-high cliffs above turquoise Caribbean waters south of Cancun, more than makes up for it. 3. Cobá ...

People gather to watch the solar eclipse at the Chichen Itza archaeological zone, in Piste, Mexico, October 14, 2023. REUTERS/Lorenzo Hernandez/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights , opens new tab ...

A 3D map of our cosmic neighborhood has revealed hot and cold regions as well as an "escape tunnel" from our local bubble. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...