(CNN) The ancient civilizations of Mexico left behind countless traces of their culture that attract visitors to this day -- but this latest find is one of the most gruesome yet.

Archeologists have uncovered the first known temple to the important pre-Hispanic deity called the Flayed Lord, who is represented by a human's skinless corpse.

The Flayed Lord, or Xipe Tótec, was linked with fertility, agricultural cycles and war, according to a statement from Mexican authorities released on Wednesday.

A dig at Popoloca Indian ruins known as Ndachjian--Tehuacán in Puebla state, central Mexico, revealed two skulls and a torso from ancient statues of the deity.

The Ndachjian--Tehuacan ruins were built by the Popoloca Indians

Killed on one altar and skinned on the other

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