Who were the victims of the Mayan sacrifice? Ancient DNA reveals an unexpected find

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific developments and more. The ancient Mayan city of Chichén Itzá on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula has long been associated with human sacrifice, with hundreds of bones excavated from temples, a sacred sinkhole and other underground caverns. A long-held misconception … Read more

Who were the victims of the Mayan sacrifice? Ancient DNA reveals an unexpected find

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific developments and more. The ancient Mayan city of Chichén Itzá on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula has long been associated with human sacrifice, with hundreds of bones excavated from temples, a sacred sinkhole and other underground caverns. A long-held misconception … Read more