What were the Mayas well known for?

Answer 1

The Mayans were a race of people that lived among the rainforests. They gained popularity in 2011 and 2012 for their works on the calendar.

Answer 2

The Mayan civilization was a Mesoamerican civilization lasting for several thousand years, from as early as 2000 BC to the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century. It is well-known for its developments in architecture, mathematics and astronomy.

Answer 3

Well, the Mayans were famous for their calender. Most events on that calender were true!

Since the Mayan calender is ending on the 21 of December 2012, some people claim that the world will end this year. O:

But NASA claims that it will not occur.

Answer 4

The Mayan's were known for the control of water in their cities through canals. They were also traders. They also, knew about the sun's movement, the equinox, etc.

Answer 5

The Mayans are known for their notable monuments, such as the stepped pyramids. They are also known for their art, their architecture and their urban design.

Answer 6

The Mayan Calendar. and the Mayan writing(hieroglyphics).

Answer 7

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