Central American Native American Myths Myths and Folktales

Central American Native American Myths Myths and Folktales

This category comprises the myths of the Aztec and Maya, which derive from a shared Mesoamerican cultural tradition. Many of the motifs and gods mentioned in early sources are still evoked in the lore of contemporary Mexico and Guatemala.

Top: Arts: Literature: Myths and Folktales: Myths: Native American: Central American

Aztec
Maya

See Also:

Native Origins - Information on native American arts, crafts, poetry and protests.
Life and Death in Ancient Mexico - Exhibition from MesoWeb seeking to understand human sacrifice among the Olmec and Aztec.
Man-Like Gods and Deified Men in Mexican Cosmolore - Article by Anna-Britta Hellbom discussing perceptions of cosmic realities visualized in god-like images and conceptualised in traditional lore.
Civilization of the Toltecs and Aztecs - Includes basic discussions of history, religion, and cultural practices, as well as annotated links.

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