The strategic location of Kaminaljuyu—in addition to…

189 BCE to 46 BCE

The strategic location of Kaminaljuyu—in addition to Chayal obsidian—as a nexus for trade between the Pacific coast and piedmont and the Maya Lowlands underlie Kaminaljuyu's wealth and influence throughout the Maya world.

Trade items include salt, fish, and shells from the coast, cacao and other agricultural products from the piedmont, jaguar skins, feathers, and other commodities from the Lowland jungles.

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Kaminaljuyu Guatemala Guatemala View →

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Maya peoples View →

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Classical antiquity View →

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Fish and game View → Hides and feathers View → Glass View → Salt View → Manufactured goods View → Stimulants View →

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