Aztec Triple Alliance: A Detailed Summary
The Aztec Triple Alliance was an important
factor of the Aztec Empire. The Aztecs, Texcoco and Tlacopan joined forces in 1428 to create the Triple Alliance. Over time the three were able to overpower all other societies in the Valley of Mexico.
Aztec Economy: A Detailed Summary
The Aztec economy was an important aspect of the overall Aztec Empire. In general, it was driven primarily by agriculture, trade and tribute from other Mesoamerican societies. The strength of the Aztec economy was a contributing factor to the power and influence of the Aztec Empire.
Aztec Government: A Detailed Summary
Aztec government was an important aspect of the overall Aztec Empire. This articles discusses the Aztec city-states (altepetl), rulers (huey tlatoani) and the tribute system of the Aztec Triple Alliance.
Aztec Human Sacrifice: A Detailed Summary
Aztec human sacrifice was an important yet brutal aspect of Aztec religion and culture. For instance, the Aztec believed that human sacrifice was necessary to honor the gods and keep the universe in balance.
Aztec Omens: A Detailed Summary
Aztec omens were events that occurred in Aztec history, which the Aztec people interpreted to have importance on future events. These omens were important to the overall history and culture of the Aztec Empire.
Aztec Empire: A Detailed Overview
The Aztec Empire, centered in modern-day Mexico, flourished between the 14th and 16th centuries. It was a highly organized and militaristic society that built the magnificent city of Tenochtitlán, but it ultimately fell to Spanish conquistadors led by Hernán Cortés in 1521.
Aztec Religion: A Detailed Summary
Aztec religion was a deeply important factor in the daily lives of the Aztec people. For instance, Aztec gods were celebrated and honored throughout Aztec culture.
Tlaloc (Aztec God): A Detailed Summary
Tlaloc was an important god in Aztec religion. For instance, in the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan, the Great Temple or Templo Mayor was built to worship both Tlaloc and Huitzilopochtli.
Tezcatlipoca (Aztec God): A Detailed Summary
Tezcatlipoca was one of the most important Aztec gods. His name is translated as ‘smoking mirror’ in the Nahuatl language of the Aztec and he is often associated with several different concepts, including: the night sky, night winds, hurricanes, the north, jaguars, obsidian, and war.
Quetzalcoatl (Aztec God): A Detailed Summary
Quetzalcoatl was one of the most significant Aztec gods. Often depicted as a serpent with bright feathers, Quetzalcoatl, was an important god throughout Mesoamerican history and societies and was not just related to the Aztecs.