Teotihuacan pyramids by ROBERTO ELIAN LLANOS GONZALEZ

Pyramids of Teotihuacan, San Martin de las Pirámides, Mex.

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The pyramids of Teotihuacan, specifically the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon, are two of the most important monuments at the Teotihuacan archaeological site in Mexico.

Pyramid of the Sun, Teotihuacán de Arista, Mex.

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The Pyramid of the Sun is the largest structure in Teotihuacán and one of the largest in Mesoamerica. It is located between the Pyramid of the Moon and the ancient city of Teotihuacán.

Pyramid of the Moon, Tuxpan, San Martín de las Pirámides, Mex.

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The Pyramid of the Moon is a truncated pyramidal base dedicated to public worship during the pre-Hispanic era. It is the second most prominent pyramid in the Teotihuacán archaeological site, preceded by the Pyramid of the Sun, and the second largest in Mesoamerica.

Teotihuacán Archaeological Zone, Gate 5, Teotihuacán de Arista, Mexico.

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Teotihuacán is a large Mexican archaeological complex northeast of Mexico City. The Avenue of the Dead runs through the center of the site, once a thriving pre-Columbian city. It connects the Temple of Quetzalcoatl, the Pyramid of the Moon, and the Pyramid of the Sun. The latter two have panoramic views from their summits. Artifacts in the on-site Museum of Teotihuacan Culture include pottery and bone work. ― Google

Climate

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Teotihuacan has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Average temperatures range from 60°F (15°C) in the winter to 90°F (32°C) in the summer.
Rain is more frequent during the summer months, particularly between June and September.

Culture Represented

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Teotihuacan was a powerful city-state that thrived between the 1st and 7th centuries CE. While its exact founders and the reason for its decline remain a mystery, the city influenced later Mesoamerican cultures, including the Aztecs.
The pyramids were likely dedicated to the gods, and the city was known for its organized urban layout and impressive architecture.
The culture of Teotihuacan is often associated with advanced knowledge in engineering, urban planning, and art. The murals found on the walls of the city also provide insight into their religious beliefs and social structure.

Important Dates

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c. 100 BCE – 250 CE: The city reaches its peak population and power, possibly housing over 100,000 people at its height.
c. 250 CE: Construction of the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon.
c. 600 CE: The city begins to decline, likely due to social unrest, resource depletion, or invasions.
8th century CE: Teotihuacan is abandoned, but its influence on later civilizations, especially the Aztecs, remains significant.
1987: Teotihuacan is declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Significance

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Teotihuacan is considered one of the most significant and influential cities of ancient Mesoamerica, not only because of its scale and complexity but also because it had a long-lasting impact on later cultures like the Toltecs and Aztecs.
The layout of the city is a masterpiece of urban planning, with its grid-based streets, ceremonial structures, and vast marketplaces.
The site is also famous for its mysterious aura — the identity of the people who built it, and the reasons behind its decline, remain subjects of ongoing research.

Modern Day

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Teotihuacan is one of Mexico's most visited archaeological sites, attracting millions of tourists each year.
The site has undergone preservation efforts to maintain the integrity of its structures, including the careful restoration of murals and pyramids.
It remains a symbol of Mexico’s rich cultural heritage.