olmec
The Spanish did not attack the Olmec civilization, as the Olmec civilization had already declined centuries before the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors in the Americas. The Olmec civilization existed primarily in what is now Mexico from around 1400 BCE to 400 BCE.
The Olmec civilization preceded the Aztec civilization, with the Olmec society established in Mesoamerica around 1400 BCE. The Aztec civilization emerged later in the 14th century and eventually conquered territories that were once part of the Olmec civilization. While they are distinct civilizations, there is evidence to suggest that the Aztecs were influenced by the Olmec culture.
The Olmec head stones, also known as the Olmec colossal heads, weighed between 6 and 50 tons each. These massive stone sculptures were created by the Olmec civilization, one of the earliest Mesoamerican civilizations, and are renowned for their size, craftsmanship, and artistic detail.
The Olmec stone heads were first found by archaeologists in the 19th and 20th centuries in Mexico. They were discovered buried in the ground at various sites in the Olmec heartland, leading to their excavation and study by researchers.
The Tuxtla Mountains were significant to the Olmec civilization primarily due to their abundant resources, particularly the volcanic stones used for carving monumental sculptures and religious artifacts. The region provided a strategic location for agriculture, benefiting from fertile soils and a favorable climate. Additionally, the mountains served as a natural barrier, helping to protect and define the Olmec territory, which was crucial for their cultural and political development. Overall, the Tuxtla Mountains played a vital role in the economic and spiritual life of the Olmec people.
Mountains to the west and south
in mexico
On the southern coast of the Gulf of Mexico
Maybe they did not want to cross over the mountains.
Maybe they did not want to cross over the mountains.
near the crops
very hot weather
Olmecs live in south america. :)
caves or tents
The Olmec's were the first major civilization in Mexico. They flourished during Mesoamerica's formative period, from 1500 BCE to about 400 BCE.
yes people do live in towns on the rocky mountains