The archaeologists had uncovered an ornate and astonishingly well-preserved burial monument from the Zapotec culture, which Mexican officials are now hailing as nothing short of “exceptional.”This Zapotec tomb is not only well-preserved, but extremely detailed in its carvings, murals, and other adornments. The Ancient Zapotec Tomb Discovered In The Mexican State Of OaxacaAccording to a statement from Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History, the Zapotec tomb was found during excavations in the municipality of San Pablo Huitzo. The tomb thus provides a fascinating look at the Zapotec civilization, which existed in Oaxaca from 700 B.C.E. As such, the tomb found nestled in Oaxaca’s Central Valleys is a stunning remnant of what Zapotec culture was like before it was all but snuffed out by colonial conquest. “It is a compelling example of Mexico’s ancient grandeur, which is now being researched, protected, and shared with society.”After reading about the extremely well-preserved Zapotec tomb found in Mexico, discover the terrifying story of Mictlantecuhtli, the Aztec god of death.