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Uxmal, State Yucatán, México Turtles House (detail) Terminal Classic (800-900 AD) Ca. 900s AD |
Comments: The turtle's rounded and segmented carapace was under- stood by Maya to symbolize the surface of the earth. It was also used for the manufacturing of percussion musical instruments. Stone penis- perforation altar platforms were carved in the form of this amphibian. |
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