Historical Events tagged with "el zocalo"
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Discovery of the Aztec Calendar Stone
In the heart of Mexico City, the Aztec calendar stone was unearthed during excavation work at El Zócalo. This massive stone, intricately carved and measuring over twelve feet in diameter, is believed to represent the cosmology of the Aztec civilization and was used to track time through their complex calendar systems. Discovered by workers, the stone features depictions of the sun god Tonatiuh at its center, surrounded by various symbols significant to Aztec culture. The discovery ignited interest in the ancient civilization, leading to further study and appreciation of indigenous history and artifacts.
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