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11,000 BCE
First Hunters and Gatherers settle in Maya
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2600 BCE
The Mayan Civilization Begins
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700 BCE
Writing is Developed
Mayans used hieroglyphics and a set of numerals as their writing system. -
400 BCE
Invention of Calendars
The first solar calendars were carved in to stones. -
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. -
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. -
400
Mayan Highlands Start to be Dominated by the city of Teotihuacan
Teotihuacan is an important city in Mesoamerica at the time. -
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. -
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.