Collection: Aztec

The Aztecs were a Mesoamerican culture that existed in modern-day Mexico from the 14th to 16th centuries. Aztec life was organized around two calendars: one calendar of 260 days organized religious rituals and the other, a solar calendar of 365 days, tracked the seasons for agricultural purposes. Each had a name and number in both calendars, as well as an associated god who governed the day. Every 52 years, the two calendars aligned a great celebration was held to mark the event. 

Aztec culture had rich and complex mythological and religious traditions, as well as achieving remarkable architectural and artistic accomplishments. This culture has left a remarkable legacy translated in many beautiful symbols, each is telling an amazing story.

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