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  • Oxtankah archaeological site holds clues about ancient Maya seafarers

    08/08/2022 7:19:38 AM PDT · by SunkenCiv · 9 replies
    Mexico News Daily ^ | Thursday, August 4, 2022 | Thilini Wijesinhe
    The ancient Mayas are widely known for their achievements in architecture and astronomy but are perhaps less known for their commercial and seafaring skills. But the archaeological site Oxtankah’s history reveals how its inhabitants used marine resources for economic purposes.The Maya of Oxtankah were skilled sailors. The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) says they used canoes to access the Caribbean Sea for trading. They supplied products to interior Maya communities.While this Quintana Roo archaeological zone may not be as popular as the coastal Maya site of Tulum, its lush surroundings and interesting history make for a beautiful visit....