The enigma of the Zimkin-iza observatory: a Mayan jewel that reveals incredibly advanced astronomical knowledge, human inheritance or mysterious influence?

The Zimkin-Iza Observatory, a circular architectural jewel, represents one of the most surprising contributions of the ancient Mayan civilization. Located in the middle of a dense forest, this three-level observatory impresses with both its design and its functionality. Its structure includes a spiral staircase that leads to an observation platform on the top floor, from where the ancient Mayans contemplated the starry sky.

At the top, the circular roof has numerous carefully aligned windows. These openings are not simple decorative elements; each is oriented toward specific points that coincide with the positions of the stars, as well as the movements of the Moon and Sun throughout the seasons. This astronomical precision suggests an advanced knowledge of celestial bodies that continues to fascinate modern researchers.

In addition to this amazing observatory, the Totonacos, an ancient civilization from Central America, left other equally impressive vestiges. Among them, the Pyramid of Phetan stands out, located in the archaeological site of Eltan. Around it, you can find 365 towers that symbolize the exact number of days in a year. This detail shows that Mesoamerican civilizations had an extraordinary mastery of astronomy and time calculation.

The Mayans, like the Totonacos, used a vigesimal number system (base 20). When converting their calculations to the decimal system, the year they defined had a duration of 365.2420 days, which is remarkably close to the modern calculation of 365.2422 days. The difference is just 0.0002 days, a surprising precision that exceeds any practical need of the time.

This level of knowledge raises intriguing questions:
Where did the ancient Mayans and Totonacos obtain this complex astronomical wisdom? Were his observations the fruit of centuries of study, or did they receive yet unknown external influences?

The Zimkin-Iza Observatory, like other structures such as the Phetan Pyramid, continues to challenge our understanding of these civilizations. Its design, functionality and precision remain an enigma that invites new research, keeping alive the mystery of one of the most advanced cultures in ancient history.