National Geographic UK4 days agoPakal the Great transformed this Maya city into a glorious centre of powerverified_publishernationalgeographic.co.ukA broken malachite mask found in the tomb of the “Red Queen” is now believed to have belonged to Pakal’s consort. Photograph byAlamy, ACI
National Geographic UK4 days agoPakal the Great transformed this Maya city into a glorious centre of powerverified_publishernationalgeographic.co.uk - By Editors of National GeographicStepped pyramids, colourful temples, and a grand palace proclaimed Palenque's brilliance, reflecting the favour of the gods and the strength of its …
National Geographic UK4 days agoA mecca for rap has emerged in the birthplace of jazz and bluesverified_publishernationalgeographic.co.uk - By Tucker C. TooleThe edgy rhymes emanating from cities like Baton Rouge spill from a crucible of economic struggle and disenfranchisement. Across the train tracks from …
National Geographic UK5 days agoHow Roman gladiators got ready to rumble - IIverified_publishernationalgeographic.co.ukElaborately decorated with storks fighting snakes, this leg protector was part of a pair worn by a thraex-style gladiator in Pompeii. Photograph …
National Geographic UK5 days agoHow Roman gladiators got ready to rumbleverified_publishernationalgeographic.co.ukWearing an armguard and carrying just a shield and sword resembling those Roman legionary soldiers used, the secutor, meaning pursuer, was mobile …
National Geographic UK5 days agoHow Roman gladiators got ready to rumbleverified_publishernationalgeographic.co.uk - By Andrew CurryBefore they could lay the smackdown in the arena, gladiators were professionally trained, combining a physical regimen with an education in the rules …
