Exploration of the origins and purpose of human sacrifice in ancient Mesoamerica. Includes a timeline and illustrations.

An encyclopedia article from Wikipedia on the Aztecs discusses the legend of how they first appeared, their culture, human sacrifice, and the end of the empire.

By clicking on one of the links provided, you can learn about seven different Aztec myths. Choose information based upon level of difficulty at the top.

Read about what life was like for the Aztecs before the Spanish Conquest. This is part of a larger PBS site about the conquistadors.

A history of the Aztec civilization, beginning with their travel to the valley of Mexico and ending with the conquest of the Spanish over them. Includes information about agriculture, travel, communication, war, religion, and human...