Tonina - Chiapas
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Tonina is located central in the
state of Chiapas.
There is belief that Tonina
conquered neighbouring
Palenque which eventually led to
its collapse, and around the 7th
century there was a change in
dynasty from the Lineage of the
Underworld to the Snake Skull -
Jaguar Claw.
Much of Tonina was occupied
over numerous periods, and there
is evidence that the tombs within
the site where reused.
Many of the stucco's have eroded
over time, but the Grecas are still
visible on the right side of the
Palace of Grecas & War.
Midway up the site to the right is a
frieze showing the capture &
torture of King Kan-Xul whom was
the son of Pakal.
The many maze like structures on
different levels, with the highest
being 76 m (249.3 ft), make
Tonina a truly amazing
experience to visit.
state of Chiapas.
There is belief that Tonina
conquered neighbouring
Palenque which eventually led to
its collapse, and around the 7th
century there was a change in
dynasty from the Lineage of the
Underworld to the Snake Skull -
Jaguar Claw.
Much of Tonina was occupied
over numerous periods, and there
is evidence that the tombs within
the site where reused.
Many of the stucco's have eroded
over time, but the Grecas are still
visible on the right side of the
Palace of Grecas & War.
Midway up the site to the right is a
frieze showing the capture &
torture of King Kan-Xul whom was
the son of Pakal.
The many maze like structures on
different levels, with the highest
being 76 m (249.3 ft), make
Tonina a truly amazing
experience to visit.
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