Zaculeu, Archaeological site in Huehuetenango, Guatemala.
The ancient Mayan complex includes multiple pyramidal temples arranged around plazas, featuring double staircases and a ceremonial ball court at 1900 meters elevation.
The settlement flourished from 250 to 600 CE under Teotihuacan influence until Spanish conquistador Gonzalo de Alvarado captured the city in 1525.
The structures maintain white stucco exteriors covering green stone slabs, reflecting the site name Zaculeu, which translates to White Earth in Mam language.
The archaeological site sits on a natural plateau with deep ravines on two sides, accessible through a single land bridge from the north.
Metal artifacts discovered at Zaculeu include ornamental pieces made from tumba, a gold-copper alloy that indicates participation in Postclassic trade networks.
GPS coordinates: 15.33379,-91.49274
Latest update: May 22, 2025 08:08
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