Lidar Finds Overgrown Maya Pyramids

AlejoHausner writes "A team of archaeologists scanned the jungle of Belize with lidar. Although most of the reflections came from the jungle canopy, some light reflected off the ground surface. Using this, suddenly hidden pyramids, agricultural terraces, and ancient roads are revealed, at 6-inch resolution. The data allowed the archaeologists to bolster their theory that the ancient city of Caracol covered more than 70 square miles of urban sprawl and supported a population of over 115,000."

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Professor Jones

[Sentrion]

I haven't RTFA, but I've been in archeology for decades, and I've never heard of this Lidar fellow. Is that is first name or last name? He must be very respected to have a team of archeologists to go scanning the jungle with him. I've been to Central and South American numerous times and my travel companions always turned on me.

As for staring at reflected light, it might be better than staring directly at the light, but I recommend keeping your EYES SHUT! Last guys I knew that kept their eyes open - well - their faces melted!

Re:Cool.

[PopeRatzo]

Of course, only a complete and utter fucking moron would believe me

True.