deep in the heart of central america (mesoamerica in ancient times) lies an ancient mystery.

this mystery has intrigued many people over the years: archaeologists, scientists and spiritualists.

it has even spawned a movie.

the mystery of the crystal skulls.

in ancient mesoamerica the skull was a very important part of religion.

one very famous mesoamerican people were the aztecs.

many of their gods were represented by pictures of skulls in their art.

these gods were supposedly powerful and terrifying.