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Researchers in Mexico have discovered a large Mayan city dating back almost 1,500 years. Urban.
The ancient city of Valeriana is hidden in a deep forest.
Researchers used a laser technology able to see through thick treetops.
It showed a major settlement with thousands of structures, roads and waterways, suggesting an urban environment.
Urban describes something of or relating to a city and a large population.
Urban is the opposite of rural.