Hidden inside a Maya Pyramid

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In 1948, Alberto Ruz Lhuillier, a tenacious archaeologist, found himself standing before the majestic ruins of Palenque. For years, explorers had marveled at its architecture, yet none had dared to delve deeper. But that all changed when Ruz discovered a series of plugs hidden in the temple floor.

With a heart pounding with anticipation, Ruz and his team removed the plugs. Beneath them lay a hidden staircase, spiralling down into the temple's depths.

It took Ruz until 1952 to remove all the debris that was blocking the stairway, but at the bottom was a large triangular stone.

With the help of his workers, Ruz managed to move the stone with a crowbar. Inside was a giant stone slab with mysterious inscriptions. Ruz was able to lift it. He inserted his flashlight and gasped. The beam of light revealed a human skull. It was the skull of Pakal the Great, the legendary ruler of Palenque.

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I had the privilege of going down that staircase many years ago. Sheer magic!

keithwalker
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I visited the place in 1989, the atmosphere was indescribable... back then we were allowed to climb the tower and admire the sunset over the lush jungle...

markhill
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I visite multiple times, it’s the most beautiful ruïnes of Mexico, hidden in the forrest🇲🇽

Wilna-ywrw
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I visited Palenque in 2000, and you can feel the energy there absolutely amazing ❤

raysthill
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Can you imagine finding a burial like that? The jade artifacts are stunning.

robertporch
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That is not the only temple this kind of discovery was found that invites the question how many more places like this are still undiscovered.

timcantrell
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Most amazing historical find. Incredible jade mask 😲😲😲😲

ronaldhogan
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Thats an amazing archaeology story...its simply awesome that this dude ....the rest is history

craigarussell
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❤❤❤❤yes amazing Discovery, and more to be discover in the years to come..the mysterious Maya civilization,
Astonishing architecture, how they built that pyramid and underground with that heavy block of stones .. without modern technologies... incredible..🎉🎉🎉

BimboPerez-vr
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Remarkable how similar the plan of the interior is to the pyramid at Giza...

arthurchadwell
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Thank you for careing and sharing beautiful 😍 🤩 👌 ❣️ ❤️ 💕 😍 🤩

JoanCooner-mcnf
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I visited the big UFO like cockpit of the tomb area. Most notable is the waterway channels to the lower end near the parking lot of era 1969. Homage to water or holy water. Wonderful place them.

richardyatesyates
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Wow, Luv This Kind Of History , Pre Colombian . . .

rayaaron
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How fascinating & amazing! What a find! ❤

michelemiller
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Only problem with some of these shorts is I want more of the story !!!! :'(

robertdrake
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WOW 😮 MAJESTIC DISCOVERY OF PALENQUE; 1952 " PAKAL SCALP " RULER CHICHEN Itza 😮😊

RalphRamos-sc
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I’m glad they didn’t say, Wait for part 2 after opening the coffin. (In September of ‘52 I was starting first grade. While I was having fun then they were having their own fun exploring!) 😮👦🏻🤶🧑‍🎄🎅

reyleno
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Thankfully I was able to climb up the Chichen Itza pyramid before it was no longer allowed.😮

lahaina
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I want to thank you for the complete story .thanks again for all your hard work. You all do for us all. Thanks.

oalmikee
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That's how deep the staircase was that it took nearly 3 years to remove the debris

rob