Among the archaeological treasures that can be explored today, three olmec settlements stand out: San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán, the oldest, located in the Coatzacoalcos river basin in Veracruz; The salein the municipality of Huimanguillo in Tabasco, which was the most important ceremonial and population epicenter; and Three Zapotesin the plain of Papaloapan, where two colossal heads were found that today astonish those who visit them.
What are the 10 oldest countries in the world?
At the top, Egypt stands with majesty, its story goes back around 3150 ac Followed closely, Iran is immersed in the ancient kingdom of Elam, with its roots established in the year 2600 AC, India occupies the third place, home of the enigmatic civilization of the Indo Valle
Iraq, former Mesopotamia, is positioned as the fifth oldest country. China rises in sixth place, with its Shang dynasty and a story that goes back to 1600 AC the cradle of Western civilization, Greece, is located in the seventh place, dating approximately 1600 ac Mexico, in the eighth position, exhibits a rich history that develops since ancient times.
Japan, in the ninth position, presents the oldest continuous monarchy, with legends that date back to 660 AC
Meet some of the Mayan cities with an impressive architecture.Getty images
History of Mexico through five places that offer a deep vision of its past
Start in Palenque, Chiapasa key city in the Mayan classic period. Continue towards S.An Juan de Ulúa in Veracruz, A port with centuries of importance. Montejo house in Mérida, Yucatán, Colonial architecture stands out, while Mayan archaeological sites offer a unique perspective of the conquest.
In Guanajuato, the Alhóndiga de Granaditas It is linked to the independence movement of 1810. Finally, in Chihuahua, the fifth light It reveals the history of the Mexican Revolution and Francisco Villa.