Cotzumalhuapa, Pre-Columbian archaeological site in Escuintla, Guatemala.
The archaeological complex spans 10 square kilometers and contains three main compounds: El Baúl, Bilbao, and El Castillo, connected by stone-paved causeways.
Stela 1 from El Baúl holds one of the earliest Mesoamerican inscriptions, featuring a hieroglyphic Long Count date from 37 CE.
The monumental sculptures display human figures with individual facial traits and flat proportionate bodies, different from traditional Maya artistic characteristics.
The Museo de Cultura Bilbao preserves important stone sculptures and artifacts from the site, maintaining regular opening hours for visitors.
The site contains 187 sculptured monuments with an undeciphered writing system characterized by hieroglyphic signs inscribed in circular cartouches.
GPS coordinates: 14.33083,-91.02261
Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:34
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