Lost Mayan city of ‘Valeriana’ discovered hidden deep in Mexico forests

Archaeologists have discovered the lost Mayan city ‘Valeriana’ deep in Mexico’s Campeche jungle, revealing a dense urban settlement with 6,764 structures. Using Lidar technology, researchers have uncovered valuable insights into ancient Mayan urbanization. This finding challenges existing knowledge about the prevalence and density of Mayan settlements, highlighting significant gaps in understanding the Maya Lowlands.