Nakum Archaeological Project

Fragments of figurines dated to the Middle Preclassic period (ca. 1000-300 B.C.)

Jade jewelry discovered inside a tomb at Nakum Structure 15

Excavations conducted in a temple chamber located on top of Pyramid X brought about the discovery of two burials and several accompanied offerings dated to the Classic period (ca. 3rd-10th centuries AD)

Covered by jungle Pyramid X is shown here during archaeological investigations

Measurements carried out close to the highest structure of Nakum (Pyramid U)

Set of ceramic vessels found during Polish research at Nakum

Conservation of an incense burner found at Nakum

Digital reconstruction of Pyramids 14 and 15 excavated during the works of the Nakum Archaeological Project. Reconstruction was prepared by the Guatemalan architect – Breitner Gonzalez

In 2012 a new carved monument was found in the Northern Sector of Nakum broken into many pieces and lying on the ground, partly covered by soil. In 2013 the stela was restored and we were able to document this rare monument which was covered with the representation of two male figures (showing two kings)