Tenampua

Tenampua
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Also known as: Temanpua

Tenampúa is an archaeological site belonging to the Lenca culture dating from the Mesoamerican classical period, located in central Honduras in the Comayagua valley [1]. It is known for having the interesting characteristic of several mounds of between 6 and 15 meters and a fortress inside [1]. In the area there are also some bleachers, mounds that were once a characteristic ball court of Mesoamerican cultures [1]. 250 structures have been registered on the site [1].

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TypeFortress
Period500 - 1000 AD
CountryHonduras
Coordinates14.2362° N, 87.5508° W

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