The Mayan Civilization, From its Splendor to its Rebirth (La Civilización Maya, Del Esplendor al Renacimiento)

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The Mayan Civilization has long been held in an air of mystery - we're familiar with how the infamous calendar made everybody think the world was ending in 2012, due to how accurately the Mayans had mapped out the cycles and astronomy in such a primitive time.
But there is more to the Mayans than apocalyptical scenarios and astronomy. In fact, they were one of the most advanced early civilizations in the world, and advanced technology, medicine and culture in the region by centuries within a short time.
And there is so much more that you might not know, including the fact that the Mayas predated the Aztecs, how they transmitted their knowledge, and how their civilization came to an end (but is still around today)... but for that, you're going to have to listen to this week's episode.
Enjoy!
Transcript of this episode is available at: https://podcast.lingomastery.com/listen/1469