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Ancient civilization of pre-Hispanic Mexico

Ancient Mexico was home to many diverse civilizations and cultures. Mexico's ancient civilizations flourished for thousands of years before the arrival of the Spanish at [...]

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Ancient Olmec Civilization

The Olmec culture is one of Mexico's oldest pre-Columbian civilizations, representing a foundational society that laid the groundwork for future Mesoamerican cultures and left a [...]

Cempoala

Cempoala or Zempoala (Nahuatl Cēmpoalātl 'Place of Twenty Waters') is an important Mesoamerican archaeological site located in the Úrsulo Galván Municipality, in the state of [...]

La Venta

La Venta is a pre-Columbian archaeological site of the Olmec civilization. Its lush environment, strategic location, and historical significance make it a key destination for [...]

Olmecs, Maya, and Aztecs – what’s the difference?

Mexico’s ancient past is shaped by three great civilizations: the Olmecs, Maya, and Aztecs. Each left deep marks on history, culture, and architecture. But what’s [...]

Pre-Hispanic heritage of Mexico

Mexico is one of the world’s richest countries in archaeological heritage. Across its vast and diverse landscapes lie the remains of ancient cities, ceremonial centers, [...]

The Olmec civilization

Almost all of the world's earliest civilizations arose in river valleys, and the Olmecs were no exception. The central Olmec region is a low-lying area [...]

Why do the Olmec colossal heads have African features?

The Olmecs are often called the “mother culture” of ancient Mexico. They lived along the Gulf Coast, mainly in today’s Veracruz and Tabasco, from around [...]