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2600 BCE
The Rise of the Mayan Empire
The Mayan empire originated in Yutucán around 2600 B.C. -
Period: 2600 BCE to 900
The Rise and Decline of the Mayan Empire
The Mayan empire began to rise in 2600 B.C. and began to decline around the ninth century due to reasons no one knows. -
300 BCE
A Monarchy
A government is created in the form of a monarchy and the Maya are now ruled by their kings. -
100 BCE
The Establishment of Teotihuacan
In 100 B.C., the city of Teotihuacan was established in the Valley of Mexico and is significant to the Mayan culture for years after. -
400
The Dominance of Teotihuacan
Ruling over the Maya, the city of Teotihuacan becomes the Mayas dominant city. -
900
The Decline of the Mayan Empire
Around the ninth century, the Maya slowly started abandoning their cities.
