Aztec Ruins in Mexico City, Mexico

posted by Nandi on Feb 16th, 2009 @ 4:11 pm

Built in the 16th century by the Spanish on the ruins of Tenochtitlan, the old Aztec capital, Mexico City is home to five ancient Aztec temples.  The Aztecs ruled from 1325 to 1521 and built upon the foundations of earlier civilizations as early as 200 B.C.  Relive your 5th grade history class and transport yourself back many centuries to the intricacies of this fascinating culture.

Cow Tip #1:  Get blessed by costumed Aztec warriors in El Zocalo after your visit to Templo Mayor for a spiritual uplift

Cow Tip #2:  Consider an aerial view of the Teotihuacan pyramids of the Sun and Moon on a hot air balloon!     

Cow Tip #3:  Read Aztec by Gary Jennings to gain a better understanding of intriguing traditions and rituals

Category: Historic/Spiritual Travel, Mexico /

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