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Archaeological Sites: Huamelulpan
Description
The archaeological zone of Huamelupan is believed to be Mixteca.
Apparently, this village flourished between 400 AD until 800 AC.
This archaeological site is formed
by two groups of terraces, which were designed to be on the side
of a hill. The first group features platforms that have sloped walls,
a staircase, a spraying system and numbered stone bas-relieved seats.
The second group is formed by two platforms, formed by rectangular
structures and walls carved in stone and stucco. Aside from this
groups, there are some other tombstones and mounds, not explored
yet.
Location
San Martín Huamelulpan: Is located 91 miles (146 kilometers)
West of theCity of Oaxaca via highway 131-D to Mexico City. When
you reach Nochixtlán, take the highway 190 detour. Follow
this road until you reach Yucudaa and then take the highway 125
left detour to Tlaxiaco. On the San Martín Huamelulpan intersection
turn left. Approximate travel time: [2:10].
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