Tomb of the Red Queen, Royal Maya tomb in Palenque, Mexico
Located in Temple XIII, the limestone sarcophagus contains the remains of a Maya noblewoman covered in bright red cinnabar powder.
Archaeologists discovered the burial chamber in 1994, finding a female skeleton aged between 50 and 60 years along with two sacrificial bodies.
The tomb contained 1140 pieces of precious stones and a death mask made from 280 pieces of malachite, reflecting Maya burial traditions.
The chamber measures 3.8 meters in length and 2.5 meters in width, with a narrow corridor leading to three separate chambers.
Scientific analysis of strontium isotopes revealed the woman was raised near Palenque, suggesting she was Tz'akbu Ajaw, wife of King Pakal.
GPS coordinates: 19.43498,-99.13080
Latest update: May 10, 2025 20:56
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