Cahokia
archaeological site in
Illinois
#12 in Illinois
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#588 in United States of America
Cahokia, located in present-day Illinois, USA, was the largest and most complex pre-Columbian archaeological site north of Mexico. This ancient city thrived from around 1050 to 1350 AD and was inhabited by the Mississippian culture. At its peak, Cahokia covered approximately six square miles and had a population estimated to be as high as 20,000 individuals. The site is renowned for its massive earthen mounds, the largest of which is Monk's Mound, standing about 100 feet tall and covering 14 acres. Cahokia was a major center for trade, religion, and political activity, and its sophisticated society included complex social hierarchies and extensive trade networks.
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