Maya Timeline

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  • The construction of Chichen Itza
    600

    The construction of Chichen Itza

    One of the most famous cities
  • Reign of Pakal the Great in Palenque
    615

    Reign of Pakal the Great in Palenque

    Ruler who governed the city of Maya from 615-683
  • Collapse of Teotihuacan
    650

    Collapse of Teotihuacan

    It was a powerful city in the Highlands of Mexico, around 650 CE the city went period of decline and ultimately collapsed
  • Development of the Long Count Calender
    700

    Development of the Long Count Calender

    The ancient Mayan calendar was a system of counting days in the Maya civilization, the calendar had 365 days
  • The construction of Copan's Hieroglyphic Stairway
    755

    The construction of Copan's Hieroglyphic Stairway

    the construction was completed in 755 CE. This monumental staircase was covered with Hieroglyphic inscriptions that provide valuable information about it's history.
  • Ritual Ballgame Becomes Popular
    800

    Ritual Ballgame Becomes Popular

    The ritual Ballgame is also known as Pok-a-tok, this ballgame became popular throughout the Mayan civilization. This game is played in a ceremonial ballcourt
  • Flourishing of Mayan Architecture and Art
    800

    Flourishing of Mayan Architecture and Art

    During this time the Maya constructed large and elaborate buildings such as temples, pyramids, palaces, and observatories. They also created intricate and detailed sculptures, pottery's, and textiles
  • The Creation of the Popol Vuh
    900

    The Creation of the Popol Vuh

    The Popol Vuh is a sacred Maya text that recounts the creation of the world and the history of the Mayan civilization
  • The Development of Mayan Mathematics and Astronom
    900

    The Development of Mayan Mathematics and Astronom

    The Mayans made significant advancements in mathematics and astronomy. thousands of years ago Mayans created a complex calendar system that's to organize the events in the world.
  • Decline of Mayan City-States
    900

    Decline of Mayan City-States

    the decline of Mayan city-states markes the end of the Classic period of the Mayan civilization.
  • The Arrival of the Toltecs in Mayan Territories
    900

    The Arrival of the Toltecs in Mayan Territories

    The Toltecs is a powerful Mesoamerican civilization that arrived in Mayan territories. They had brought with them a new culture influences and technologies like architectural styles and metal use. this event marks a significant time of interaction and exchange between the Mayans and the Toltes
  • Collapse of the Classic Period
    1000

    Collapse of the Classic Period

    The collapse of the Classic period refers to a decline and eventual fall of the Mayan civilizations the most prosperous era
  • The Abandonment of Chichen Itza
    1221

    The Abandonment of Chichen Itza

    This is a historical event that occurred around 1221 CE. The Chichen Itza was a Thriving Mayan city in the Yucatan Peninsula, but for an unknown reason it was abandoned and left for ruins.
  • The Spanish Conquest of Yucatan Peninsula
    1527

    The Spanish Conquest of Yucatan Peninsula

    This was a series of military campaign and expeditions that was carried out by Spanish conquistadors against the Maya civilization in the Yucatan Peninsula of the present day of Mexico
  • The Destruction of Mayan Codices by Spanish
    1562

    The Destruction of Mayan Codices by Spanish

    The Spanish conquistadors was led by Pedro de Alvarado. He destroyed a large number of Mayan codices. This greatly diminishes the understanding of the Mayan history, culture, and language