January 24, 1998
Sacred
Secrets of the Caves
Archaeologists go underground
for enlightenment on ancient Maya
By BRUCE BOWER
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| Pottery found in a Dos Pilas cave exhibits painted designs. |
Modern Maya pilgrims stand near a cave opening, bathed in the haze of burning resin, as they conduct a ceremony.
Ritual offering found in a cave at an ancient Maya site.
A ceramic whistle in the form of a warrior. Another ritual offering found in a cave at an ancient Maya site.
A hand carved from bone. Another ritual offering found in a cave at an ancient Maya site.
