Pre hispanic cultures

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  • Period: 2000 BCE to 1500 BCE

    Maya civilization

    Peak from 250–900 CE (Classic Period).
    Known for advanced writing, astronomy, and city-states such as Tikal and Palenque
  • Period: 1200 BCE to 400 BCE

    Olmec

    Considered one of the earliest Mesoamerican civilizations.
    Known for colossal stone heads and the development of early writing and calendar systems
  • Period: 900 BCE to 1168 BCE

    toltec

    Influential culture that preceded the Aztecs, known for the city of Tula
  • Period: 700 BCE to 1521 BCE

    Zapotec

    Centered in Oaxaca; known for Monte Albán as a major urban center.
  • Period: 100 BCE to 750 BCE

    Teotihuacan

    An influential city in the Basin of Mexico.
    Famous for its massive pyramids, including the Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon