Mayas

Maya civilization

  • 900 AD -
    900 BCE

    900 AD -

    The southern lowland cities collapse and Teotihuacan is abandoned. The reason for the collapse of the Maya Classic period is still a mystery to archeologists. This signals the end of the Classic period.
  • 600 AD -
    600 BCE

    600 AD -

    The powerful city-state of Teotihuacan declines and is no longer a cultural center. The city-state of Caracol becomes a major force in the land.
  • 560 AD -
    560 BCE

    560 AD -

    The city-state of Tikal is defeated by an alliance of other city-states.
  • Classic Period (250 AD to 900 AD)  The Classic Period is considered the golden age of the Maya city-states. Most of the artistic and cultural achievements of the Maya civilization took place during this period.
    400 BCE

    Classic Period (250 AD to 900 AD) The Classic Period is considered the golden age of the Maya city-states. Most of the artistic and cultural achievements of the Maya civilization took place during this period.

    400 AD - The city-state of Teotihuacan becomes the dominant city and rules over the Maya highlands.
  • 100 BC -
    100

    100 BC -

    he city-state of Teotihuacan is established in the Valley of Mexico. It influences the Maya culture for many years. 100 BC - The first pyramids are built.
  • 300 BC -
    300

    300 BC -

    The Maya adopt the idea of a monarchy for their government. They are now ruled by kings.
  • 400 BC -
    400

    400 BC -

    The first Mayan calendars are carved into stone.
  • 600 BC -
    600

    600 BC -

    Large buildings are built in the city of El Mirador. The Maya begin to farm. This enables their society to support larger populations and the cities begin to grow in size. he settlement at Tikal is formed. This will be one of the major cities in the Maya civilization. It will reach its peak in power during the Classic period.
  • 700 BC -
    700

    700 BC -

    Mayan writing first starts to develop.
  • 1000

    1000 BC -

    The Maya begin to form larger settlements at places like Copan and Chalchuapa.
  • 1500 BC -
    1500

    1500 BC -

    The Olmec civilization develops, the Maya will take on much of their culture.
  • 2000 BC -

    2000 BC -

    Farming villages begin to form across the Maya region.