Teotenango

archaeological site in State of Mexico

#2 in State of Mexico / #80 in Mexico

by Arian Zwegers from Brussels, Belgium

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Teotenango is an archaeological site located in the modern-day State of Mexico, near the town of Tenango del Valle. This pre-Hispanic site was originally settled by the Matlatzinca people around the 8th century CE. The name "Teotenango" translates to "The Place of the Divine Wall" in Nahuatl, reflecting its significance and the impressive defensive structures that surround the area. Teotenango features a variety of well-preserved ruins, including pyramids, plazas, residential areas, and a ball court. The site provides valuable insights into the urban planning, architecture, and daily life of the Matlatzinca civilization before the Spanish conquest.

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