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Another Mystery of Mesoamerica: The Enigma of the Olmecs Evidence points to the Olmecs as the first emerging civilization of Mesoamerica, not the Maya. The discovery remains a quiet one--but should be getting as much attention as the discovery of Troy. Who's been keeping it quiet and why? Once more, an ancient culture emerges seemingly intact--with little evidence of early development. Where did the Olmecs come from? The find is wrought, still with controversy. ancient civilization • mesoamerica • olmec • maya • archaeological
When Did the Chinese First Visit the Americas? An investigation into early contacts between the east and the west. china • olmecs • mexico • moluccas • trade
Quetzalcoatl: Toltec and Aztec God Quetzalcoatl was a god to the Aztecs, Toltecs and other Meso-Americans. He was instrumental in the repeated creation and destruction of the world. quetzalcoatl • tezcatlipoca • mictlan • underworld • toltecs
Dia de los Muertos: A Celebration This Halloween when ghouls and goblins scamper about the streets, celebrations exemplifying love and respect for life and death will be taking place throughout Los Angeles. Los Angeles’ version of The Day of the Dead will be a cultural and historic celebration for everyone - exhibiting decorated altars, processions and a great deal of merriment. october • halloween • all saints day • all souls day • dia de los muertos
Origins of the Day of the Dead In certain regions of Central America, the Aztec Day of the Dead has survived Christianity's attempts at assimilation. history origin mexican day of the dead los dias de • olmec aztec celebration of deceased spirits • spanish conquest of mexico • christian assimilation celtic samhain • mesoamerican middle-american cultures traditions
The Birth of Civilization in Ancient Mesoamerica When -and for what purposes-did the peoples of pre-Columbian Middle America seek to develop from hunter-gatherers into the creators of some of the most renowned cities in the entire history of ancient civilization? Are all the great civilizations of Mesoamerica-the Maya, Aztecs, Olmecs, Zapotecs, and others-part of one great culture? Were there “strong continuities” in ancient Mesoamerica that created this one great civilization known as ancient Mesoamerica, that then flourished from 1200 BC to 1521 AD? What factors prompt the birth and define the characteristics of civilization, anyway? A study of Mesoamerica's cultural creation provides many clues. mesoamerica • middle america • pre-columbian • hunter-gatherer • civilization
Putting Together the Puzzle Pieces of Pre-Columbian Mexico The ancient people of Mesoamerican were not the violent savages depicted by Europeans after the Spanish invasion. Instead, they became highly accomplished in art, medicine, philosophy, complex astrology and math, architecture, government and organized religion. Where did ancient Mesoamericans come from and how did they transform from loosely knit hunter-gatherers to complex, legendary civilizations? pre-columbian • civilization • mexico • nomads • religion
The Conquest of Mesoamerica: Part One What happened to change the magnificence of Mesoamerica's civilizations? According to history, the invasion of the region by Spain prompted changes that forever altered the destiny of these indigenous peoples. Others claim the events that unfolded were prophecy fulfilled. In part one of this report of the conquest of Mesoamerica, all the forces at play unfold. cortes • conquest • mexico • aztec • moctezuma
Cultural Influence The styles and designs and thought patterns of other cultures influence our art. imagination • common • thought • catharsis • art
The Mystery of Quetzalocatl: The Christ of Ancient Mesoamerica? The central figure in the pantheon of Mesoamerican gods, Quetzalcoatl remains much of a mystery. Considered the creator god, and the messiah of humanity, the Feathered Serpent God was also believed to be a man who actually lived as the son of a Toltec warlord, and yet unlike the traditional Mesoamerican race, Quetzalcoatl was described as blue-eyed, fair skinned, blonde, and bearded. Who was Quetzalcoatl the man, the myth, the messiah? quetzalcoatl • aztec • cortes • toltec • mixcoatl
The Magnificent Maya Hidden deep beneath centuries of jungle overgrowth until the mid 1800s, the secret splendor of the magnificent Maya remains an enigma to researchers and scholars. Capable of complex civilization, art, astronomy, math and science dating back to 300 BC, the reasons for their rise and demise are still unclear, despite the fact that there are more than 4 million Maya alive today. What do we really know--and why don't we know more? maya • ancient • mesoamerica • stelae • hieroglyphics |
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