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Loading… ©Imaged by Unsplash Explore the cataclysmic force of Cipactli, the celestial destroyer, as it ushers chaos into the universe. Witness the sublime chaos of existence. Cipactli was a monstrous sea creature that was revered by the Aztecs. According to Aztec mythology, Cipactli was the first creature to emerge from the primordial ocean and was responsible for creating the world. She was a fearsome creature with the body of a crocodile and the head of a fish, and her huge mouth was filled with sharp teeth. Cipactli was so large that she took up half of the earth, and her movements were said to cause earthquakes. Cipactli played a significant role in Aztec cosmology and creation myths. She was seen as a symbol of chaos and destruction, but also of creation and rebirth. The Aztecs believed that sacrificing to Cipactli would appease her and prevent her from causing disasters such as floods and earthquakes. Cipactli was also associated with the god of war and the sun, and her image...

Loading…   Photos by Stefan Chardakliev  The Conquest of the Aztec Empire by Hernán Cortés The fall of Tenochtitlan marks a significant event in the history of Mexico and the Aztec Empire. The conquest of Tenochtitlan by the Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés in 1521 resulted in the downfall of the Aztec Empire, which had been one of the most powerful and advanced civilizations in the Americas. The fall of Tenochtitlan also marked the beginning of Spanish rule and European dominance in Mexico.   Background of the Aztec Empire The Aztec Empire, also known as the Mexica Empire, was a Mesoamerican civilization that existed from the 14th to the 16th centuries. The empire was located in the Valley of Mexico and was known for its advanced agriculture, complex social structure, and impressive architecture. The Aztecs also had a powerful military and were able to conquer neighboring territories, expanding their empire.   Key Takeaways The fall of Tenochtitlan marked the en...

Loading… A Sacrificial Tale According to Aztec mythology, the creation of the Fifth Sun is a significant event that marks the beginning of the current world. The Aztecs believed that there had been four previous suns, each of which was destroyed by the gods for different reasons. The gods Tezcatlipoca and Quetzalcoatl were responsible for creating the Fifth Sun, and their sacrifice was crucial to the process. In Aztec mythology, the creation of the Fifth Sun is a complex and fascinating story that involves the sacrifice of two gods. The gods Tezcatlipoca and Quetzalcoatl were tasked with creating a new world after the fourth sun was destroyed. To create the Fifth Sun, the two gods sacrificed themselves, and their blood became the sun and moon. This sacrifice was necessary to ensure the survival of humanity and the continuation of the world. The creation of the Fifth Sun is an essential part of Aztec mythology and provides insight into the beliefs and values of the Aztec people. The s...