COLLECTION NAME:
Maya Art and Architecture
Record
Filename:
mural-bonampak.jpeg
Title:
Ancient Mayan Music, Bonampak
Creator:
Unknown
City or Region:
Chiapas
Site:
Lacandon jungle of Chiapas
Country:
Mexico
Language:
Spanish
Subject:
Mural
Subject:
Music
Subject:
Mayan
Description:
“Bonampak” is the modern Mayan word for “painted walls,” which perfectly describes this rare, ancient ruin in the rainforest of Chiapas. Three rooms within the main structure at the archaeological site are covered with colorful, vivid murals from top to bottom, including on the arched ceilings. These frescoes are considered the most elaborate, sophisticated, and well-preserved murals of the Maya civilization.
Course Number:
M102
Instructor:
Michelle
Ancient Mayan Music, Bonampak
