The Maya: The War of Five Kingdoms — S1E3 — Tikal Fights Back
Synopsis
The rivalry between Calakmul and Tikal reached its climax. Warfare, once a source of strength, became a catalyst for instability. This set the stage for the decline of the Classic Maya world.
About the series
In recent years, archaeologists have made major discoveries about the Classic Maya world. They showed that Maya kingdoms were engaged in warfare, which - among other factors - led to their downfall.