Maya Timelime Project

By Elsch997
  • First Hunters and Gatherers settle in Maya
    11,000 BCE

    First Hunters and Gatherers settle in Maya

  • The Mayan Civilization Begins
    2600 BCE

    The Mayan Civilization Begins

  • Writing is Developed
    700 BCE

    Writing is Developed

    Mayans used hieroglyphics and a set of numerals as their writing system.
  • Invention of Calendars
    400 BCE

    Invention of Calendars

    The first solar calendars were carved in to stones.
  • Inherit Idea of Hierarchy
    300 BCE

    Inherit Idea of Hierarchy

    The introduction to this form of government led to Maya being led by Kings of city-states within the Mayan society.
  • The Mayan City, Cerros, is Developed
    50 BCE

    The Mayan City, Cerros, is Developed

    This city has temples and ball courts but is suddenly abandoned 100 years later for no apparent reason.
  • Mayan Highlands Start to be Dominated by the city of Teotihuacan
    400

    Mayan Highlands Start to be Dominated by the city of Teotihuacan

    Teotihuacan is an important city in Mesoamerica at the time.
  • Northern Mayan Cities Start to be Abandoned
    1200

    Northern Mayan Cities Start to be Abandoned

    Along with being dominated by a major city, Maya begins to be cut off from trade systems which weakens their economy.
  • Period: 1517 to 1541

    The Spanish Begin to Take Over Maya

    When the Spaniards invade, they not only attempt to take over the Mayan cities, they also spread disease among the people.
  • The Spanish Establish a City in Yucatán
    1542

    The Spanish Establish a City in Yucatán

    Ultimately the Spanish and Mayans fight back and forth but eventually the Spanish begin to win power over the Mayans.