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The façade of the Margarita temple

Maya Site of Copan1980

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage

The Margarita temple contained the body of the wife of Yax Kuk Mo. A kuk (quetzal) and a mo (scarlet macaw) are depicted on the façade. The necks of these two birds are intertwined, expressing the name Kuk-Mo, in reference to the husband of the lady who was buried within.

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  • Title: The façade of the Margarita temple
  • Creator: Maya Site of Copan
  • Date Created: 1980
  • Location: Honduras
  • Inscription Criteria: Criteria: (iv)(vi)
  • Date of Inscription: 1980
  • Category of Site: Cultural site
UNESCO World Heritage

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