List of archaeological sites in Veracruz

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Below is a list of archaeological sites in the state of Veracruz, Mexico.

The Olmec heartland. The yellow dots represent ancient habitation sites, while the red dots represent isolated artifact finds unassociated with any ancient town or village. Olmec Heartland Overview 4.svg
The Olmec heartland. The yellow dots represent ancient habitation sites, while the red dots represent isolated artifact finds unassociated with any ancient town or village.
Classic Era sites in western Mesoamerica. Classic sites 1.svg
Classic Era sites in western Mesoamerica.

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