Temple Passageway May Lead to Aztec Ruler's Tomb, Experts Say

A Mexican archaeologist said his team has found a tunnel-like passageway that apparently leads to two sealed chambers, the latest chapter in the search for the as-yet undiscovered tomb of an Aztec ruler. The Aztecs are believed to have cremated the remains of their leaders during their 1325-1521 rule, but the final resting place of the cremains has never been found. Outside experts said Tuesday that the find at Mexico City's Templo Mayor ruin complex would be significant. The...

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