Latest survey reveals ancient Maya cities' network of super highways

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A new survey has revealed around one thousand ancient Maya settlements linked by the world's first network of highways.

The settlements also include 417 unknown cities hidden by the dense forests of northern Guatemala and southern Mexico.

Just last month, researchers discovered a 2000-year-old Mayan civilization in the north of Guatemala.

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During the Quaternary extinction event, many Pleistocene megafaunas became extinct, drastically altering ecosystems worldwide.

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All newly discovered structures were built before the emergence of the largest Mayan states, demonstrating major achievements in writing and mathematics.

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The highways are approximately 110 miles (177 km) long; some are 130 feet wide and elevated up to 16 feet.

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Latest survey reveals ancient Maya cities' network of super highways

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BY KAVITA VERMA

A new survey has revealed around one thousand ancient Maya settlements linked by the world's first network of highways.

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The settlements also include 417 unknown cities hidden by the dense forests of northern Guatemala and southern Mexico.

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Just last month, researchers discovered a 2000-year-old Mayan civilization in the north of Guatemala.

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Dr. Jenna Crowe-Riddell

The Central American country is home to multiple volcanoes, rainforests, and ancient Mayan sites.

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During the Quaternary extinction event, many Pleistocene megafaunas became extinct, drastically altering ecosystems worldwide.

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All newly discovered structures were built before the emergence of the largest Mayan states, demonstrating major achievements in writing and mathematics.

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The highways are approximately 110 miles (177 km) long; some are 130 feet wide and elevated up to 16 feet.

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