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The Teotihuacan empire had emerged as a very large, very religious temple grounds.
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In 200 C.E., Teotihuacan dominates as the leading religious empire, and this holds until 900 C.E., when Mesoamerican cultures stopped using techniques brought into play by the Teotihuacan Empire.
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Teotihuacan had become the main city of Mesoamerica after many years of successful influence on different cultures.
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At its peak between 375 and 500 CE, the city controlled a large area of the central highlands of Mexico and probably exacted tribute from conquered territories via the threat of military attack.
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An invading army from the Teotihuacan civilization killed the Mayan king near the city of Tikal.
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Around 600 A.D., major buildings were deliberately burned and artworks and religious sculptures were destroyed, suggesting an uprising from the poor against the ruling elite.
