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Ancient burials in Tula reveal life during Teotihuacan era

cultural-heritage · 2026-05-24

Archaeologists in Tula, Hidalgo, have uncovered ancient burials near Ignacio Zaragoza, offering insights into community life during Teotihuacan's peak. The discovery, part of INAH's rescue work along the Mexico City-Querétaro Passenger Train route, began in September 2025. A 2,400-square-meter area revealed a domestic complex with wall foundations and patio-oriented homes. Surface finds included Coyotlatelco and Mexica pottery. The burials may explain regional mourning and social organization.

Key facts

  • Discovery in Tula, Hidalgo
  • Near Ignacio Zaragoza community
  • INAH archaeological rescue work
  • Along Mexico City-Querétaro Passenger Train route
  • Since September 2025
  • 2,400-square-meter area studied
  • Coyotlatelco and Mexica pottery found
  • Wall foundations and patio-oriented homes identified

Entities

Institutions

  • Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH)

Locations

  • Tula
  • Hidalgo
  • Mexico
  • Ignacio Zaragoza
  • Mexico City
  • Querétaro

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