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MAYA ASTRONOMY

image of El Caracol

Astra's Maya Astronomy page graphic is derrived from the above image of El Caracol, believed to be an ancient observatory used by the Maya at Chichén Itzá in Yucatán. Windows on the top level were aligned to crucial points in the solar cycle. This image was taken by R. Kihm in 1986.

Astra's Special Feature:

banner logo for lunar series, monthly lunar phases

Maya Lunar Series by Robert Kihm

Astra's Content

Orion in MesoAmerica--article by Astra

The Maya Astronomy Page - Astra's lecture from Michel Berger!

Feature Article

Lunar Series - See the banner below the image of Caracol

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Last Modified: 03/27/2023

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