Maize Archive

DNA Reveals Early Maya Trace Their Roots To Unknown Ancient Immigrants Carrying Maize From The South

AncientPages.com | March 22, 2022

Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - A new DNA study along with excavations in Belize has revealed early Maya trace their roots to previously unknown ancient immigrants carrying maize

Archaeology

Maize-Based Diet Of Ancient Maya, Vulnerability To Drought And Collapse Of Society

AncientPages.com | July 8, 2019

Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - Researchers analyzed the role of diet in the ability of the ancient Maya to withstand periods of severe climatic stress. An increase in the

Ancient Symbols

10 Aztec Symbols Explained

AncientPages.com | March 20, 2018

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The Aztecs associated different symbols with important gods who were often depicted holding them or were accompanied by them. The symbols were linked