Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The Coyolxauhqui Stone is an Aztec sculpture depicting the dismembered body of Coyolxauhqui, the moon goddess. It was found at the base of Templo Mayor in Mexico City and represents an important mythological event.
Templo Mayor was an important temple complex dedicated to Huitzilopochtli (Aztec sun god) and Tlaloc (Aztec rain god). It was located at the center of Tenochtitlan (now Mexico City).
Aztec Empire: The Aztec Empire was an ancient Mesoamerican civilization that flourished from 1345 to 1521 CE. They were known for their advanced agricultural practices, monumental architecture, and complex social structure.
Mythology: Mythology refers to traditional stories or legends that explain the beliefs, customs, and origins of a particular culture or civilization.