Asharq Al-Awsat English·2 min read·medium
Mayan Astronomer’s Name Deciphered from Ancient Ruins
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Archaeologists in Guatemala have identified the name of an ancient Mayan astronomer and mathematician, 'White-chested Fox,' from mural symbols found at the San Bartolo-Xultun site. This discovery marks the first time a specific individual has been credited with a complete mathematical and astronomical formula from the Maya Classic period.
Archaeologists have transcribed mural symbols from Mayan ruins to learn the name of an astronomer and mathematician from the ancient civilization for the first time, Guatemala's Ministry of Culture said Monday.
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