La Danta (El Mirador)
El Mirador · Guatemala
La Danta is a monumental pyramidal complex in the eastern sector of the ancient Maya city of El Mirador, in northern Petén, Guatemala, within the Mirador–Calakmul Karst Basin. Research publications from Proyecto Cuenca Mirador describe La Danta as one of the most voluminous constructions in the Maya area, formed by three major stepped platforms supporting multiple building groups (including a principal triadic acropolis). Reported maximum dimensions are ~314 m (north–south) by ~600 m (east–west), with a highest point of approximately 72 m; a volume calculation attributed to Richard D. Hansen estimates ~2,816,016 m³ of construction fill (excluding later-added buildings).
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Claims about La Danta (El Mirador)
Evidence
- Published measurements: 314 m (front) by 600 m (depth) and approximately 72 m height (Proyecto Cuenca Mirador publication).
- Published measurements: approximately 72 m height from first platform to highest point (Simposio paper).
- Wikidata coordinate anchor for Pyramid of La Danta (17°45'6.124"N, 89°54'9.680"W).