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Ancient Mexican City of Cantona Vanishes Nearly 1,000 Years Ago

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The ancient city of Cantona, once home to 90,000 people, vanished nearly 1,000 years ago. Scientists believe a 65-meter-wide landslide may have been responsible for its decline.

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Ancient Mexican City of Cantona Vanishes Nearly 1,000 Years Ago

The ancient city of Cantona, located in central Mexico, was once home to an estimated 90,000 people. However, around 1,000 years ago, the city mysteriously vanished. Scientists have long debated what caused its decline, with some pointing to climate change and others to human activity. A recent study suggests that a 65-meter-wide landslide may have been responsible for the city's downfall. The findings provide new insights into the history of this ancient civilization.

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