Maya

Southeastern Mexico on the Yucatan peninsula

Location

Monarchy Noble families controlled the Mayans

Government

Polytheist – worshipped more than one god.

Religion

Slash & Burn – cut down trees in a certain area and burned the trees and vegetation (plants). Then planted seeds in the soil and ashes.

Crops – maize (corn), beans, chili peppers, and cocoa

Agriculture

Hieroglyphs – first discovered written language

Calendar – 365 days Pyramid – used for ceremonies to honor their

gods

Cultural and Scientific Contributions