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Why did the Spanish explorers destroy Mayan art and writing?

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He was trying to convince people about their religion and was very devoted to the religion.

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Many in Mayan Art and writings were ordered to be destroyed by Bishop Diego de Landa in July 1562. In his conviction of the superiority and absolute truth of Christianity. He was trying to convince people about their religion and was very devoted to the religion. Hope this helps. Have a nice day.
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