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The dynastic emblem glyph of the Snake kings shows up across the Maya region. CONACULTA ... (and likely son), Claw of Fire, who one day would inherit the kingdom. And ultimately lose it forever.

The ancient Maya also mastered astronomy, mathematics, art and architecture, and a glyph system of writing on stone, ceramics, and bark paper. Using an interactive map, visit 15 of the better ...