World Heritage Site: Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan
Publication Year: 2021
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHE8DA6D971B5
Summary
A groundbreaking reconstruction of INAH's 'Proyecto Teotihuacán' (1962–1964) reveals unprecedented insights into the archaeological memory and methodological challenges of one of Latin America's most significant pre-Hispanic excavations. This study synthesizes previously unpublished technical reports, offering a comprehensive overview of Seasons IV and V, which followed earlier campaigns (1960–1962). By analyzing primary documentary sources, it elucidates the narratives constructed by specialists regarding Teotihuacan's pre-Hispanic society and the evolution of archaeological practices in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The research highlights the logistical and institutional hurdles faced during large-scale reconstructions, providing a critical framework for understanding both the ancient metropolis and the history of archaeology in Mexico.
Citation
Medina-González, J. H., & Ortega-Cabrera, V. (2021). Reconstructing INAH’s “Proyecto Teotihuacán”, 1962-1964 (Season IV and V). Figuras Revista Académica de Investigación, 2(3), 44–132. https://doi.org/10.22201/fesa.figuras.2021.2.3.162
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