Using advanced LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology, a team of international researchers has identified a sprawling 2,500-year-old urban complex in the remote mountains of Guerrero, Mexico. At the heart of the site is a monumental structure dubbed the 'Palace of the Moon', which features tiered platforms and a series of subterranean chambers aligned with lunar cycles.
The discovery suggests that the Zapotec influence extended significantly further west than previously documented. Excavations have already yielded exquisite ceramic vessels and jade ornaments, indicating that the site served as a major administrative and ceremonial hub during the Pre-Classic period. The presence of sophisticated water management systems also points to a highly organized society capable of thriving in rugged terrain.