New Mayan Archaeological Site “El Jefeciño” Discovered Along Maya Train Route in Quintana Roo
by Riviera Maya News
A Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) has officially registered a newly discovered, pre-Hispanic Mayan settlement named El Jefeciño. Located in the municipality of Othón P. Blanco, Quintana Roo, the site was revealed by local residents during archaeological salvage work along Section 7 of the Maya Train project. Initial surveys indicate the ancient city spans at least 100 hectares and features a central nuclear area composed of five monumental buildings—ranging from 11 to 14 meters high—arranged around a C-shaped plaza...Click here to read full article.