• The Mysterious Disappearance of the Mayan Civilization

  • Oct 7 2024
  • Length: 9 mins
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The Mysterious Disappearance of the Mayan Civilization

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  • What could cause one of history's most powerful civilizations to abandon their magnificent cities and seemingly vanish into the jungle?


    From towering pyramids to advanced mathematics, the Maya built an empire that should have lasted centuries longer than it did. Yet somewhere between 750 and 900 CE, this sophisticated civilization began to crumble. In this special episode, we'll uncover:


    The latest breakthrough discoveries using LiDAR technology and climate science

    The truth behind the popular myths of Maya "disappearance"

    How devastating droughts, political upheaval, and environmental destruction combined to topple an empire

    What recent archaeological evidence tells us about the Maya's final years

    The surprising ways Maya descendants maintain their culture today

    The crucial lessons their collapse holds for our own civilization


    This episode brings together cutting-edge science, ancient mysteries, and modern warnings in one unforgettable story.
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