Aztecs (Mesoamerica)

Definition

The Aztecs were a Mesoamerican culture that flourished in central Mexico in the post-classic period from 1300 to 1521. They are known for their rich mythology, architectural feats, and complex social structure.

Analogy

Think of the Aztecs as an intricate Lego set. Each block represents different aspects like religion, architecture, agriculture etc., which when put together forms a vibrant and complex civilization just like how various blocks come together to form a detailed Lego model.

Related terms

Tenochtitlan: The capital city of the Aztec Empire, located on an island in Lake Texcoco in central Mexico.

Nahuatl: The language spoken by the Aztecs.

Quetzalcoatl: A deity in Mesoamerican culture and literature whose name comes from the Nahuatl language and means "feathered serpent" or "Quetzal-feathered Serpent".