MAYA CIVILIZATION

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  • 2600 BCE

    2600 BCE: EARLY MAYA SETTLEMENTS

    2600 BCE: EARLY MAYA SETTLEMENTS
    Innovation: Establishment of early Maya settlements. Description: The beginning of Maya civilization marked by the establishment of agricultural communities, laying the foundation for future advancements. Highlight: beginning of the Maya civilization, marked by the establishment of agricultural communities.
  • 2000 BCE

    2000 BCE: DEVELOPMENT OF MAIZE CULTIVATION

    Innovation: Maize cultivation. Description: Maize became a staple crop, leading to population growth and the development of more complex societies Highlight: Maize became a staple, leading to population growth and more complex societies.
  • 900 BCE

    900 BCE: THE OLMEC INFLUENCE

    Innovation: Influence of the Olmec civilization. Description: The Olmec civilization influenced Maya culture and religion, evident in art and architectural styles. Highlight: The Olmec civilization influenced the Maya culturally and religiously, evident in art and architecture.
  • 300 BCE

    300 BCE: THE RISE OF CITY-STATES

    Innovation: Development of Maya city-states like Tikal and Copán. Description: Maya region divided into city-states, each with its own ruler and deity, leading to political and cultural diversity. Highlight: The Maya region was divided into numerous city-states, each with its own ruler and deity.
  • 250

    250 AD: THE CLASSIC PERIOD

    Innovation: Peak of Maya civilization. Description: Flourishing of Maya culture with advancements in architecture, art, astronomy, and the creation of the Maya calendar. Highlight: This era saw the peak of Maya civilization, with advancements in architecture, art, and the Maya calendar.
  • 600

    600 AD: THE MAYA CODICES

    Innovation: Creation of Maya codices. Description: Production of codices containing Maya writing system and astronomical knowledge, contributing to the understanding of Maya civilization. Highlight:The creation of the Maya codices, some of the earliest known books in the Americas, displaying their writing system and astronomical knowledge.
  • 900

    900 AD: THE MYSTERIOUS DECLINE

    Innovation: Abandonment of Classic Period cities. Description: Southern lowland Maya cities abandoned for unknown reasons, leading to the decline of Maya civilization. Highlight: The Classic Period cities in the southern lowlands were abandoned due to unknown reasons, leading to a period of decline.
  • 1524

    1524 AD: THE SPANISH CONQUEST

    Innovation: Spanish conquest of Maya territories. Description: Conquest by Spanish forces leading to significant cultural and demographic changes among the Maya people. Highlight: The Maya were gradually conquered by the Spanish, leading to significant cultural and demographic changes.

  • PRESENT: MAYA LEGACY

    Innovation: Preservation of Maya culture. Description: Contemporary Maya people continue to preserve their cultural heritage, contributing to the richness and diversity of Mesoamerican civilizations. Highlight: The Maya culture and people endure, preserving their heritage while contributing to the modern world.