- Zapotec civilization - Wikipedia
The Zapotec civilization (Be'ena'a (Zapotec) "The People that came from the clouds"; c 700 BC–1521 AD) is an indigenous pre-Columbian civilization that flourished in the Valley of Oaxaca in Mesoamerica Archaeological evidence shows that their culture originated at least 2,500 years ago
- Zapotec Civilization - World History Encyclopedia
The Zapotecs, known as the 'Cloud People', dwelt in the southern highlands of central Mesoamerica, specifically, in the Valley of Oaxaca, which they inhabited from the late Preclassic period to the end of the Classic period (500 BCE - 900 CE)
- Zapotec | Mesoamerican, Oaxaca, Pre-Columbian | Britannica
Zapotec, Middle American Indian population living in eastern and southern Oaxaca in southern Mexico
- Zapotec Culture: Summary, Characteristics and Contributions
The Zapotec culture, one of the most influential and enduring civilizations of ancient Mesoamerica, left a significant legacy in art, architecture, religion, and social structure Known as the “people of the clouds,” the Zapotecs occupied a unique place among the pre-Columbian cultures of Mexico
- The Rise and Fall of the Zapotec Civilization
The Zapotec civilization, one of the most prominent pre-Columbian cultures in Mesoamerica, thrived in the Valley of Oaxaca, Mexico The historical context of the Zapotecs provides a comprehensive understanding of their origins, cultural influences, and significant events that shaped their society
- Zapotec Civilization Overview | Temples, Tombs, and Glyphs
Discover the Zapotec civilization, builders of Monte Albán and Mitla, with a written language, tombs, and temples spanning over a thousand years
- Zapotecs: culture, gods, and civilization | Culture of Oaxaca
The Zapotec culture was very important in pre-Hispanic history They managed to cultivate and trade their raw materials with other peoples, which gave them great wealth
- Daily Life in the Zapotec Civilization
The Zapotec civilization, one of Mesoamerica’s most influential cultures, thrived in present-day Oaxaca, Mexico, from approximately 500 BCE to 1521 CE
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