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Guatemala

Nebaj

Pre-Columbian Maya site in Guatemala highlands

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

About

Nebaj is an archaeological site located in the western highlands of Guatemala, near the Ixil village of Santa María Nebaj. As a significant hub of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization, this site is notable for its cultural and historical artifacts. Among these is the Fenton Vase, which was excavated at Nebaj and now resides in the British Museum. The site's geographical coordinates, 15°24′30″N 91°8′50″W, place it in a region rich with the remnants of Maya culture. Archaeological evidence suggests that Nebaj was occupied during the Early and Late Post-Classical periods, with features such as stelae and human figurines indicating its ritual and artistic significance. This site provides valuable insights into the Maya civilization, reflecting its complex societal structures and cultural practices.

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Archaeological Features

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Religious and Ritual Structures

Stelae

Artistic and Decorative Features

Human Figurines

Historical Timeline

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Details

Country
Guatemala
Source
Wikipedia