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🏛️ History 9 minLesson 38 of 50
The Olmec Civilization
Learn about the mysterious 'mother culture' of Mesoamerica that predated the Maya and Aztecs.
What you will learn
- The Olmecs established the first complex civilization in ancient Mexico.
- They are best known for carving colossal stone heads from basalt blocks.
- Their religious practices and calendar systems influenced later Mesoamerican cultures.
The Mystery of the Giant Heads of the Olmec Civilization - The First Great Civilization of America
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Interactive quiz
Question 1 of 1What is the most iconic artifact associated with the Olmec civilization?
