Science Aztec human skull rack unearthed at ancient temple in Mexico City 'There are 35 skulls that we can see, but there are many more,' says lead archeologist ...

A photo shows parts of an Aztec tower of human skulls, believed to form part of the Huey Tzompantli, a massive array of skulls that struck fear into the Spanish conquistadores when they captured the ...

Archaeologists have discovered a massive ceremonial skull rack from the heyday of the Aztec empire in the heart of Mexico City, a find that could shed new light on how its rulers projected power ...

One-Third Of Aztec Human Skull Tower Contained Heads Of Sacrificed Women The sacrifices may have re-enacted the deadly battle between the Aztec war god and his sister.

Tenochtitlan was the capital of the Mexican people, who became rulers of the Aztec empire. Spanish conquistadors were appalled by the tzompantli when they entered Tenochtitlan in 1519.