Kabah Archaeological Zone
Kabah · Kabáh
Maya Late Classic 300–1000 CE·Maya (Puuc, Uxmal polity)·🇲🇽 Yucatán, Mexico
About
About Kabah Archaeological Zone
Premier Puuc metropolis on 18 km sacbé to Uxmal: Palace of Masks (Codz Poop) with 250 Chaac masks, second city of Uxmal polity 800–950 CE.
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Why it mattersArchaeological landmark for Maya (Puuc, Uxmal polity) in Yucatán; type-site demonstrating puuc ceremonial capital and regional exchange.
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Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Function and chronology of Kabah Archaeological Zone within Maya Late Classic 300–1000 CE
- 02Relationship to neighboring polities
Theories
- 01Maya (Puuc, Uxmal polity) ceremonial center for puuc ceremonial capital
- 02Regional capital controlling trade and tribute network
Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.
History
How it came to be
- Built
- c.300–1000 CE
- Period
- Maya Late Classic 300–1000 CE
- Culture
- Maya (Puuc, Uxmal polity)
- Builders
- Maya (Puuc masons)
- Purpose
- Puuc ceremonial capital
- Abandoned
- c.1000 CE
- Rediscovered
- 1841 Stephens & Catherwood
- Excavation
- Partially excavated
c.300–1000 CE
Kabah Archaeological Zone construction phase
20th century
Modern excavations
On the ground
Structures & features
20.2483° N · 89.6475° W · 50 m · 2 mapped features
Kabah Archaeological Zone central feature
featureMain architectural feature
20.2483° N · 89.6475° WKabah Archaeological Zone secondary sector
sectorSecondary sector
20.2493° N · 89.6465° W
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