Dzibilnocac

Dzibilnocac
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Dzibilnocac is a Maya archaeological site in Campeche, Mexico, in the central Chenes region near the community of Vicente Guerrero [1]. Initial occupation dates to around 500 BC during the Middle Preclassic period, with its peak development occurring in the Late Classic period when it became a large city and important regional political center with its own emblem glyph [1][2]. While the architectural style is predominantly Chenes—characterized by elaborately decorated facades—the main Palace exhibits a distinct Rio Bec design [1]. The site comprises two main groups of structures plus several smaller outlying groups [1].

TypeCity/town/settlement
Period500 BC - 1 AD
CountryMexico
Coordinates19.5791° N, 89.5955° W

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