America; Mexico; Zacatecas; Malpaso valley;Pre hispanic; archaeological site La Quemada; Salón de las Columnas; Columns Hall. This 41 by 32 metre enclosure, probably reached a height of more than five metres before the fire that caused its destruction. In their interior eleven columns supported the roof. Until now its specific function is not known. Although works made in the 1950s indicate a ceremonial use possibly related to human sacrifice.

America; Mexico; Zacatecas; Malpaso valley;Pre hispanic; archaeological site La Quemada; Salón de las Columnas; Columns Hall. This 41 by 32 metre enclosure, probably reached a height of more than five metres before the fire that caused its destruction. In their interior eleven columns supported the roof. Until now its specific function is not known. Although works made in the 1950s indicate a ceremonial use possibly related to human sacrifice. Stock Photo
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AGF Srl / Alamy Stock Photo

Image ID:

JTD75M

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50.4 MB (3.3 MB Compressed download)

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4907 x 3590 px | 41.5 x 30.4 cm | 16.4 x 12 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

8 February 2015

Photographer:

Charles Mahaux