Classic Highland Civilizations c. AD 1-700

Caption

Classic Highland Civilizations c. AD 1-700

Summary

This map shows the extension of the Teotihuacan dominion neighboring the Mayan and Monte Alban civilizations.
Map also includes a brief explanation about the nature of the Teotihuacan influence.

Legend indicates:

  • Monte Alban Empire and area of cultural influence
  • Teotihuacan Empire and area of cultural influence
  • Major urban centre
  • Other urban centre
  • Contemporary culture
  • Inscribed stelae
  • Traded commodities:
    • obsidian
    • building stone
    • iron ore for mirrors
    • jade and other green stones
    • flint
    • shells
    • feathers
    • pottery
    • salt

Source

Oxford Atlas of World History, Oxford University Press, 2002. General Editor Patrick K. O’Brien.

Chapter 2. The Ancient World: “Civilizations in Mesoamerica 1200 BC-AD 700,” page 32.

Copyright

Map copyright © Philip’s, a division of Octopus Publishing Ltd. Source: Philip’s Atlas of World History.

Used under license from Octopus Publishing Group.

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