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They're certainly rare, but a few archeological sites have had minor traps.

Amenhotep III's tomb had a hidden spike pit near the hidden main chamber.

Baphuon had a sand trap to flood the area.

I believe one of the Mayan temples had an intentionally poisoned sarcophagis.



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