Pre-Columbian Route, Culture in Latin America


People may do not know about the existence of a incredible cultural heritage able to visit in Latin America. Almost all the countries in this region has similarities in customs and traditions. That is why today we are going to show you the three most important Pre-Columbian Cities to visit in Latin America.


Aztecans
They were located in Central Mexico, later they were expanded their territories to other cities such as Veracruz, Oaxaca, Puebla and Guerrero, all of those located in Mexico. Part of their customs Celebrated the Day of the Death. One of the most important references is The Biggest Temple (El Templo Mayor), also Moon and Sun Pyramids, those are the closest to Mexico City. In this place they practiced all kind of religious and political activities.


Mayans
They were located between Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, West of Honduras and El Salvador. They had like three different period in their history: one the formative from 1500 to 300 B.C, then the classic from 200 to 900, and the last one the post-classic from 900 until the era when the Spain people arrive to these lands. Part of their customs were have the nature mother as a main point. They were amazing in the agriculture, architecture and goldsmith. One of the most interesting point of reference is The Chichen Itza located in Yucatan Peninsula, another references places to visit are Tikal in Guatemala and Copan in Honduras.


Incas
Is the only city located in South America, specifically in Sacred Valley, Perú. Various of their customs are related with agriculture, health and religious. The principal business are related with fishing, hunt, and metals. The reach do they had were very high because they created a whole civilization were they built trails, church, and fortification systems and structures. The most important reference is Machu Picchu, that is one of the most visited places in the world, declared UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the seven wonders in the world.


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