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Scientists examined the remains of 64 children, dating from AD 500 to 900, found in a subterranean mass burial in the Mayan city of Chichén Itzá .
Genetic analysis revealed that all the individuals were male, with some being closely related, including two pairs of identical twins.
Twins hold a special place in Mayan mythology, often symbolizing duality among deities.
Chichén Itzá is renowned for its architectural marvels, including the iconic El Castillo pyramid.
It rose to prominence during the Late Classic period ( 600-900 AD ) and continued to flourish into the Terminal Classic period.
It was a hub of ritual activity, with offerings centered around the Sacred Cenote , a large natural sinkhole used for human sacrifices.
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