Along the construction route of the Maya Train, archaeologists from the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) have made a significant discovery: a funerary urn featuring the image of the Maya corn god. Diego Prieto Hernández, the director of INAH, identified the vessel as a Paaktzatz-style urn, notable for its depiction of the corn deity emerging from corn leaves.
The urn’s design is rich in symbolism, including an anthropomorphic figure and an owl motif on the lid, which are associated with omens and warfare in Maya culture. This finding is part of a broader archaeological initiative along the Maya Train route, which has uncovered tens of thousands of sites and numerous artifacts.
This discovery not only sheds light on ancient Maya religious beliefs and artistic practices but also emphasizes the importance of careful archaeological work in infrastructure projects, ensuring the preservation of cultural heritage for future generations.
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