Tallness is not only genetic but it's also related to lifetime protein intake. Aztec warriors had much better access to food than most of their contemporary rivals in mesoamerica, and they where significantly taller than the rest. The average heig... read more
Tallness is not only genetic but it's also related to lifetime protein intake. Aztec warriors had much better access to food than most of their contemporary rivals in mesoamerica, and they where significantly taller than the rest. read more
There are many reasons why Aztecs sacrificed people, I’ll write a few: The sun would not rise again if certain rituals or sacrifices were not done, according to Aztec beliefs. The universe itself would collapse unless the gods were given enough food and power to keep living, other than fresh beating hearts, blood was also commonly sacrificed. read more
By the early 16th century, the Aztecs had come to rule over up to 500 small states, and some 5 to 6 million people, either by conquest or commerce. Tenochtitlán at its height had more than 140,000 inhabitants, and was the most densely populated city ever to exist in Mesoamerica. read more