Aztecs

The Aztecs

The Aztecs were a group of people who lived a long time ago in Mexico. They built big cities and grew lots of food. Their most famous city was called Tenochtitlan, which is where Mexico City is today.

The Aztecs spoke a language called Nahuatl. They lived in central Mexico from about 1300 to 1521. They built amazing cities with big pyramids and temples. They grew crops like maize, beans, and squash. Their farms were very productive.

People in Aztec society had different jobs. Some were farmers, some were traders, and some were leaders. They had special markets where they traded goods. One big market was in Tlatelolco. People traded things like cacao beans and cloth for money.

The Aztecs believed in many gods. They thought nature had sacred power. They celebrated many festivals and ceremonies to honor their gods. They used special calendars to plan these events. Their stories and traditions are still important today.

Today, we learn about the Aztecs from old buildings and writings. Their culture helped shape modern Mexico. Many Mexican foods, like corn and chocolate, come from Aztec cooking. The Aztecs are remembered for their clever building, farming, and rich traditions.