New discovery alert! Researchers at Mexico's anthropology institute, INAH, just had a real life “National Treasure” moment when they uncovered an ancient Mayan city in Mexico.⁠ ⁠ The discovery was made in the Balamku ecological reserve, which is located on the Yucatán Peninsula and is larger than Luxembourg. Archaeologists discovered an ancient city containing pyramid-style buildings, stone columns, and three plazas. INAH named the city Ocomtún, which means "stone column" in Yucatec Mayan. "It is possible that they are markets or spaces destined for community rituals, but only future research will shed light on the functions of these groups, which represent a regional peculiarity," said lead archaeologist Ivan Sprajc. Head to our link in bio to follow the investigation.⁠ ⁠ 📸: inahmx⁠ ⁠ #mexico #mexiconews #yucatec #mayan #mayanhistory #mexicanhistory #ocomtún #balamku #YucatánPeninsula⁠