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Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan.

Discover the Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located near San Juan Teotihuacán, known as the birthplace of the gods. Established between the 1st and 7th centuries A.D., this monumental city boasts some of the largest and most significant Mesoamerican pyramids, including the towering Pyramid of the Sun and the steeply constructed Pyramid of the Moon. With its central Avenue of the Dead flanked by smaller pyramids and ceremonial platforms, Teotihuacan represents a remarkable urban design. Intricate murals and stone carvings, especially at the Temple of Quetzalcoatl, reveal insights into the cosmology and daily life of its multi-ethnic inhabitants. Recent archaeological discoveries continue to enrich our understanding of this vibrant cultural hub, making it a destination where history, art, and architecture converge.

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Teotihuacán
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San Juan Teotihuacán, State of Mexico, Mexico
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Teotihuacán
19.686°N · -98.872°W
19.6861°N-98.8716°WTeotihuacán
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