Guiengola, Archaeological site in Santo Domingo Tehuantepec, Mexico.
The Guiengola archaeological complex extends across 360 hectares on a hilltop, containing over 1000 structures including pyramids, plazas, and residential buildings.
The site functioned as a Zapotec stronghold during the Post-Classical period between 1350 and 1521, successfully resisting military advances from the Aztec Empire.
Two main tombs at Guiengola reveal complex burial practices with separate chambers for religious idols and important deceased members of the society.
Visitors need to drive on a dirt road to reach the trailhead, followed by a three-mile hike with 700 feet elevation gain to access the site.
Recent lidar scans between 2018 and 2023 revealed the true scale of this fortified city, which includes artificial ponds and multiple ceremonial structures.
Location: Santo Domingo Tehuantepec
GPS coordinates: 16.38586,-95.32318
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:39
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