Chocolá, Archaeological site in San Pablo Jocopilas, Guatemala.
The archaeological complex covers a territory of 6 by 2 kilometers, containing three main groups of structures aligned from north to south at 500 meters elevation.
The settlement flourished between 1000 BC and 200 AD as a major Preclassic Southern Maya center, playing a key role in early Maya civilization development.
The site contains platform mounds, pyramidal structures, and stone-lined water systems that demonstrate advanced engineering capabilities of the Preclassic Maya inhabitants.
Modern construction overlaps portions of the ancient ruins, while archaeological research continues through the Proyecto Arqueologico Chocolá started in 2003.
Excavations revealed an extensive network of stone-lined drains and water conduits dating to 500 BC, indicating sophisticated water management systems.
GPS coordinates: 14.61739,-91.42716
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:26
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