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The Long Farewell: Why the Classic Maya Civilization Collapsed

This in-depth analysis explores why the Classic Maya civilization collapsed between 750 and 950 CE, from droughts and trade disruptions to warfare and political turmoil. Featuring insights from Tikal, Copán, Uxmal, and Chichén Itzá, it reveals how Maya culture transformed, adapted, and still thrives today.

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2025/07/13

Genes, Gods and Collapse

Jüngste DNA-Analysen enthüllen Maya-Kontinuität trotz Kollaps: Kinder-Opferknaben in Chichén Itzá bestätigen den Hero-Twins-Mythos; Copán-Genome belegen mexikanische Einwanderung ab 400 n. Chr. PSMC-Modelle zeigen Bevölkerungshöhepunkt 730 n. Chr., gefolgt von dramatischem Einbruch. Krankheiten nach 1500 selektierten schützende HLA-Varianten.

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