Tag: Laser technology in archaeology
Uncovering Ancient Tattoo Patterns in Peru Mummies Using Lasers
Uncovering Ancient Tattoo Patterns in Peru Mummies Using Lasers A groundbreaking new study published in the journal PNAS has revealed the intricate details of tattoos on mummified remains from the ancient Chancay culture in Peru....
Maya City Uncovered: Thousands of Hidden Structures Revealed by Lasers in Mexico
Laser surveys have uncovered a hidden Maya city in Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula with up to 6,674 structures, similar to pyramids found at Chichén Itzá and Tikal. The discovery was made possible by lidar technology,...