Explore the legacy of the Aztecs, from their mythical journey from Aztlán to the rise of Tenochtitlan, one of the world's great cities. Uncover their gods, rituals, and empires, and see how ancient power and prophecy shaped a civilization that still fascinates the world today.
Discover how Aztecs lived, worked, and organized their society
Explore the artistic expressions and cultural achievements
Meet the gods and understand the cosmic worldview
Learn about the political structure and legal systems
Understand the innovative farming and trade networks
Decode the Nahuatl language and hieroglyphic system
Explore the Maya and other ancient cultures of Mesoamerica
Discover the amazing ancient cultures of Mesoamerica, from the giant stone heads of the Olmec to the mighty Aztec empire.
Explore the fascinating world of Aztec gods, rituals, and their beliefs about the afterlife.
Learn how three city-states teamed up to rule central Mexico, creating the powerful Aztec Empire through tribute, warfare, and a strict social order.
Learn about the three key parts of the Aztec economy: their smart farming, their system of collecting goods as taxes, and their busy markets.
Learn about the Aztec language, their picture-writing, and the fast runners who carried messages across their empire.
Discover the amazing world of the Aztec people, also known as the Mexica. Learn about their powerful empire, daily life, warrior culture, and lasting legacy in modern Mexico.
Discover the fascinating world of the Aztecs, from their amazing city on a lake to their rich culture and lasting legacy.
The Olmecs: The first big shots of ancient Mexico. Who were they? Where did they go? Let's find out...
Why were flowers such a big deal for the Aztecs? Hint: it involves gods, war, and the meaning of life itself.
Forget alphabets. The Aztecs wrote with pictures, ideas, and sounds. Here's how their cool glyphs actually worked.
Ever wonder what the Aztecs sounded like? Here's a look at their language, Nahuatl, from its unique sounds to its picture-writing and the words you still use today (hello, chocolate!).
A no-fluff guide to Aztec social classes. Who got the fancy clothes, who did all the work, and could you really become a noble by being good at fighting? (Spoiler: yes).
How the Aztecs turned a swampy lake into a farming powerhouse and built a massive city on top of it. Hint: they were really, really good with water.
Aztec art was for talking to gods, scaring enemies, and running an empire. Let's take a look.
A look at the seriously cool gear and sacred purpose of Aztec warriors...
Forget the emperors and sacrifices for a minute. Let's peek inside the average Aztec home to see how families really lived, worked, and kept the show on the road.
A deep dive into the Maya, from their jungle cities to their calendar wizardry. (Don't worry, there won't be a quiz.)
Getting your head around the super-complex Aztec calendar. It's not what you think...
A quick and easy guide to the major Aztec gods, their wild stories, and what they were all about. No philosophy degree required.
Meet the Aztec sun god, Huitzilopochtli. He was a war god, a hummingbird, and the reason for a whole lot of sacrifice. Here's his story.
Who was Hernán Cortés? A quick guide to the guy who took down the Aztec Empire.
A look into the wild world of Aztec music, poetry, and philosophy. It was a big deal - and it had a name: 'Flower and Song'.
A peek inside the Aztec home, from the humble commoner's hut to the swanky palaces of the nobles.
An analysis of the Aztec government's structure, including the Triple Alliance, dual leadership, provincial administration, and social hierarchy.
Examines the Aztec legal system's philosophical origins, court hierarchy, judicial procedures, and specific laws that maintained social order in the empire.
This exploration of Aztec clothing will take you on a journey through the materials they used, the societal rules that governed attire, the specialized garments of power, the economic might of textiles, and the lasting legacy of these traditions after the Spanish conquest.
This report explores the sophisticated world of Aztec agriculture, looking at how this remarkable civilization engineered its challenging environment to feed a massive population.
Discover Aztec games, from sacred ballgames and board games to aerial dances, childhood pastimes, and their lasting cultural legacy.
A Tale of Two Mesoamerican Giants and Their Enduring Connection