Palace of the Nuns at Uxmal (detail from the façade of the snake)
1860
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1860
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This photo shows a close-up of an ancient stone building covered in detailed carvings. The walls are stacked with geometric shapes—rectangles, zigzags, and small circles—arranged in neat rows. Plants like cacti and vines grow on top, and a rope hangs over the edge, adding a touch of life to the old stones. The carvings look like they might tell a story, with some shapes resembling faces or symbols. The photo was taken in the 1800s, showing how buildings from long ago were documented. If you like this, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see more ancient artifacts.
