Labn
20 10 '20 "N 89 34' 44" W / 20.1721, -89.5789
Labn is a ceremonial center of civilization in ruins Maya in the state of Yucatan in Mexico.
Labn is located southwest of the state, south of Uxmal , at coordinates 89.35 and 20.09.6 north west.
The site hosts a large two-story palace, some temples, pyramids and a sort of triumphal arch decorated. The architectural style is Puuc and excessive use of nesting structures tailored stones and paintings including masks Chac , the rain god with the long nose.
The site was built during the classic period finish. A date corresponding to 862 is inscribed in the palace.
The first written reference to Labn is due to John Lloyd Stephens , who visited the site with artist Frederick Catherwood in 1842.
The site is open for sightseeing.
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External Links
- (En) The Maya civilization
- (En) The history of Maya
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