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Why Tikal has so much more than Chichen Itza

Why Tikal has so much more than Chichen Itza

If Tikal were a volcano, it would be on perpetual amber alert. You tell yourself that nothing’s going to happen while you’re there, but then again, once in situ, suddenly you aren’t so sure. Perhaps it’s the constant chattering, rustling wildlife, or the feeling that the on-site archaeologists are on …

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What monument is similar to Angkor Wat

5 more asian monuments to rival angkor

Ayutthaya The great city of Ayutthaya was founded in 1351 by King Ramathibodi I, who came here from the disease-ravaged town of Lopburi. It served as the Thai capital for over 400 years. It boasted three royal palaces, hundreds of temples, 87 miles (140 km) of canals, and a cosmopolitan …

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