Mayan Achievements
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Jared Leaman
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Mayan Achievements
I can summarize some achievements of the Ancient Mayan people.
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Maya Calendar
There were several different calendars. Many historians consider them to be as accurate or more accurate than the calendar we use today!
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Pyramids
The Maya created large pyramids, also called ziggurats. These pyramids were tombs to bury important people.
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Number System
The Maya had an advanced number system with place value and a zero.
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What symbol represented zero?
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What symbol represented the number 5?
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Hieroglyphics
The Mayan writing system was called hieroglyphics. They are a form of picture writing.
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Mayan Astronomy
The Mayan priests observed the sun and planets and tracked their movement in the sky. Using these observations, ancient Mayans were able to predict solar eclipses and make an accurate set of calendars.
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Mayan Art
The Maya created astounding art. The Maya used feathers, weaving, stone sculptures, pottery and other art media to show beauty in the world.
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