LiDAR technology has uncovered the Ancient Mayan city of Ocomtún, which had been hidden for over 1,000 years in the Mexican state of Campeche. The city, covering 123 acres, features a stone pyramid, plazas, a ballgame court, and stone columns. The discovery was made through LiDAR surveys, which use laser-survey devices to map terrain under dense forest canopies. LiDAR has also revealed other significant archaeological finds, such as the Casarabe Culture in Bolivia and the Angamuco urban settlement in Mexico. The technology is revolutionizing our understanding of ancient civilizations in Mesoamerica.

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