Archaeologists working in the heart of Mexico City have unearthed new sections of the Huey Tzompantli, or the Great Skull Tower of Tenochtitlan. The discovery includes over 100 human skulls mortared into a circular structure, offering new insights into the ritual practices of the Aztec Empire just before the Spanish conquest.
Bioarchaeological analysis of the remains indicates a diverse population, including warrior captives and women, which suggests the ritual significance of the tower was tied to cosmic balance rather than just military victory. This find provides a somber but essential look into the complex religious life of the Mexica people.