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Rise and Fall of the Aztec Empire: An Ancient Timeline Revealed

Explore the captivating timeline of the Aztec Empire, from its founding in the 12th century to destruction in the 16th century. Discover key events such as the founding of Tenochtitlan, the creation of the Sun Stone, and the arrival of Cortes. Uncover the intricate Sun Calendar with its unique cycles for planting crops and consulting the gods. Learn about the impressive 10 Pesos details and the significance of the Calendar Ritual Day Images. Delve into the history and legacy of this fascinating civilization.

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Rise and Fall of the Aztec Empire: An Ancient Timeline Revealed

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  1. Aztec Empire Founded in the 12th Century Destroyed in the 16th Century

  2. Timeline • 1195-Arrived in the Valley of Mexico • 1325-Tenochtitlan founded and first temple built • 1479-Sun Stone created • 1487-Expanded southward throughout Mexico • 1519-Cortes shows up, Moctezuma II killed • 1521-Tenochtitlan destroyed • 1522-Tenochtitlan rebuilt and named Mexico City, capitol of New Spain

  3. Sun Calendar 2 Parts: • 365 day calendar cycle • 260 day ritual cycle

  4. Told when to plant crops 18 months with 20 days each 5 bad luck days at the end of the year Told when to consult the gods 20 day signs and 13 day numbers combined to make 260 unique days Calendar Ritual

  5. Day Images

  6. 10 Pesos

  7. details… • 12 ft. in diameter • 3 ft. thick • Close to 25 tons in weight (57,000 lbs….13+ SUVs) • Painted red, blue, yellow, and white • Took 52 years to complete • Originally sat atop the main temple • Found in 1790

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