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Calakmul
Calakmul's murals label people by what they handle: maize gruel, tamales, salt, tobacco.
During the 1st millennium AD the area received moderate and regular rainfall, although…
The murals show people named by their goods. Market, feast or gift exchange: which reading do the scenes support best?
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