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Innovation: Establishment of early Maya settlements. Description: The beginning of Maya civilization marked by the establishment of agricultural communities, laying the foundation for future advancements. Highlight: beginning of the Maya civilization, marked by the establishment of agricultural communities. -
Innovation: Maize cultivation. Description: Maize became a staple crop, leading to population growth and the development of more complex societies Highlight: Maize became a staple, leading to population growth and more complex societies.
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Innovation: Influence of the Olmec civilization. Description: The Olmec civilization influenced Maya culture and religion, evident in art and architectural styles. Highlight: The Olmec civilization influenced the Maya culturally and religiously, evident in art and architecture.
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Innovation: Development of Maya city-states like Tikal and Copán. Description: Maya region divided into city-states, each with its own ruler and deity, leading to political and cultural diversity. Highlight: The Maya region was divided into numerous city-states, each with its own ruler and deity.
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Innovation: Peak of Maya civilization. Description: Flourishing of Maya culture with advancements in architecture, art, astronomy, and the creation of the Maya calendar. Highlight: This era saw the peak of Maya civilization, with advancements in architecture, art, and the Maya calendar.
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Innovation: Creation of Maya codices. Description: Production of codices containing Maya writing system and astronomical knowledge, contributing to the understanding of Maya civilization. Highlight:The creation of the Maya codices, some of the earliest known books in the Americas, displaying their writing system and astronomical knowledge.
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Innovation: Abandonment of Classic Period cities. Description: Southern lowland Maya cities abandoned for unknown reasons, leading to the decline of Maya civilization. Highlight: The Classic Period cities in the southern lowlands were abandoned due to unknown reasons, leading to a period of decline.
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Innovation: Spanish conquest of Maya territories. Description: Conquest by Spanish forces leading to significant cultural and demographic changes among the Maya people. Highlight: The Maya were gradually conquered by the Spanish, leading to significant cultural and demographic changes.
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Innovation: Preservation of Maya culture. Description: Contemporary Maya people continue to preserve their cultural heritage, contributing to the richness and diversity of Mesoamerican civilizations. Highlight: The Maya culture and people endure, preserving their heritage while contributing to the modern world.