Society & Culture

As one of the most interesting societies to grace our planet’s history, The Aztecs are a fascinating example of a society that advanced in many ways that might seem difficult to achieve today. At the same time, they employed living strategies that would baffle a modern person. As one of the most captivating social organizations […]

Aztec culture was at least as complex and colorful as any culture found in the modern world. Human beings today are still benefiting from the culture practiced by the Aztecs in the 14th through 16th centuries. Here are some facts about their culture Aztec Religion The Aztec society was a theocracy. The church and the state

 Ancient Aztec music and highly specialized dance were important components of Aztec religious ceremonies. Among the first writings of European explorers in regard to Aztec music were made by Bernal de Castillo in the mid-1500’s, who was appalled by their use of music in their gruesome ritualistic sacrifices. Yet, the Aztec people deserve much credit

Ancient Aztec Foods and Drinks Much like contemporary Mexican cuisine, Aztec food was celebrated for its bold flavors and often spicy dishes. Ancient dishes frequently featured chili peppers and spicy sauces. A staple of the Aztec diet was the tlaxcalli, a cornmeal pancake that closely resembles today’s tortilla. This versatile food was commonly used as

No study of Mexican history is complete without having a look at Aztec Gods. Long before the Spanish conquistadors brought their beliefs and customs across the Atlantic Ocean, the Aztecs people created sophisticated societies that still influence the art and lore of modern Mexico. Their empire dominated Central Mexico until the 1500s. Like many great

The Aztecs shared many factors in common with the other major cultures of the Americas, but in many ways it was their social structure that set them apart. Aztec society was strongly organized at different levels, where each individual fulfilled a significant function. At a basic level, the Aztec’s social structure can be divided into