The Ball Court, Chichén Itzá, Yucatan, Mexico in the 19th century before restoration.

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The Ball Court, Chichén Itzá, Yucatan, Mexico in the 19th century before restoration. The traditional Mayan ball game was played between two opponents, the victorious ruler and his defeated enemy, the loser being sacrificed. From América Pintoresca, published 1884.

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