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Jan 1, 1100
Leaving
Aztecs Left their life in search of a new home. -
Feb 2, 1195
Ariving
The Aztecs discover theirselves in a valley of New Mexico. -
Jun 2, 1250
Settling
Aztecs settle near Lake Texcoco -
Aug 2, 1325
Temple was built
Tenochtitlan was founded. First temple built by Aztecs. -
May 5, 1350
Building causeways
Causeways built with canals. -
Apr 2, 1370
Death of the Priest.
Tenoch, Aztec Priest-Ruler, died.
Aztecs ruled by Tepanecs. -
Nov 2, 1375
The First ruler
Acamapichtli becomes first ruler of Aztecs. -
Sep 10, 1400
Expansion
Tepanecs were defeated.
Aztecs expand and rule whole valley. -
Feb 17, 1428
Joining Forces
Aztecs joined forces with Texcoco & Tlacopan formed Triple Alliance. Atzcapotzalco conquered. -
Jan 1, 1440
Moctezuma
Moctezuma started rule. -
Dec 21, 1487
Expansion
Ahuizotu became ruler. Great Temple at Tenochtitlan dedicated.
Aztecs expanded southward into Mayan territories. -
Jul 5, 1502
New Ruler
Moctezuma II became ruler. Aztec Empire at height. -
May 2, 1522
A city Out of The Ruins
Tenochtitlan rebuilt, named Mexico City. Declared capital of Spanish colony of New Spain.