Aj atz'aam, "los de la sal". El uso de la sal en la ciudad maya de Calakmul

Archaeological evidence from Calakmul reveals that the ancient Maya city engaged in long-distance trade to procure salt, a critical resource absent locally. This study highlights the importance of salt in Maya society during the late Classic period (600–900 CE), demonstrating its role as an indicator of extensive exchange networks. Unlike previous research focused on elite goods, this analysis examines mural paintings and other artifacts to reconstruct salt's economic significance, emphasizing its necessity for human consumption and the logistical challenges of transporting it over vast distances. The findings underscore the sophistication of Maya trade systems and their adaptability in sustaining urban populations.

Valencia Rivera, R. (2020). Aj atz’aam, “los de la sal”. El uso de la sal en la ciudad maya de Calakmul. Estudios de Cultura Maya, 55, 11–40. https://doi.org/10.19130/iifl.ecm.2020.55.0001