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Tikal National Park

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Tikal National Park

Description: In the heart of the jungle, surrounded by lush vegetation, lies one of the major sites of Mayan civilization, inhabited from the 6th century B.C. to the 10th century A.D. The ceremonial centre contains superb temples and palaces, and public squares accessed by means of ramps. Remains of dwellings are scattered throughout the surrounding countryside.

Date inscribed: 1979.0

Area in hectares: 57600

Category specified: Cultural/Natural

State: Guatemala

Region: Latin America and the Caribbean

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaUIR2QIx54

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