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Aztec and Mayan Mythology

These pages provide access to the essence of these cultures through archaeology, pictograms, and renderings of legends.

Aztec - Morgana's Observatory

Provides a short description of the impregnation of Coatlique that created the stars and the moon according to legend.

Aztec - Origin Myths

Learn the legend of how the first people emerged originally from the bowels of the earth through seven caves to eventually settle Aztlan.

Aztec - Quetzalcoatl the Myth

Find a detailed history and description of this Mesoamerican deity. Features interpretations and discussions of the archaeological evidence.

Fables of the Maya

Selection taken from the indigenous Peoples' Literature directory. Find stories about the Coyote, the Jaguar, and the Skunk.

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