Exploring ancient Mexico.

From: Sunset | Date: November 1, 1985 | Copyright information

Climbing the pyramids of Mexico can give you a dizzying sense of history. Far from being lost, the civilization that built these monuments still speak to us, influencing modern culture--from our fine arts to the food on our kitchen tables.

Our guide can help you to distinguish those cultures--from Aztec to Zapotec--and decide which sites you'd like to explore. On the next two pages, we map 15 sites selected for their archeological importance, impressive settings, and acc...

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