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Palenque, Mexico

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An elaborate Mayan city shrouded in alien conspiracy revealed the tomb of Pacal the Great.

Palenque, Mexico

Rabbit Skull Relief

The enigmatic skull gazes out over the ruins of a once-great Mayan city.

Palenque, Mexico

Scarlet Macaws of Palenque

After becoming locally extinct, this esteemed avian now flies free in the forests around the ancient ruins.

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Chapaya

This palm fruit has a surprisingly meaty flavor.

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