Tenayuca’s grand pyramid is observable from the surrounding streets, but once inside you truly get an idea of its scope and beauty.Photo: Carlos Rosado van der Gracht / Yucatán Magazine
Video: Beyond the Templo Mayor: Archaeology in the CDMX Metro Area
ByCarlos Rosado van der Gracht
The following is a lecture by Carlos Rosado van der Gracht (yours truly) at the Mérida English Library on Urban Archaeology in the Mexico City Metropolitan area.
Beyond the Templo Mayor — Carlos Rosado van der Gracht
For full articles on the specific archaeological sites covered in this video click here.
Senior Editor Carlos Rosado van der Gracht, PhD, is a journalist, photographer, and expedition leader. Born in Mérida, Carlos holds degrees from universities in Mexico, Canada, and Norway. Most recently, he earned a doctorate in Heritage Studies in 2026.
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