Mayan,,, they really didnt have to any influence elsewhere
aztec vs the maya rock
arabesque
Asking when architecture started is a bit like asking when evolution of the human started, architecture has been around since literally forever, architecture is in nature, in the way trees construct themselves, in how the first human made a hut from mud etc. So it's quite an open question, .
indegenious architecture means the architecture of a particular place.
Renaissance architecture (14th and 15th centuries), Baroque architecture (16 & 17th centuries) and Neoclassical architecture (18th and 19th centuries) were modeled on Roman architecture.
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architecture was pyramids
Maya Lin did architecture.
Maya architecture, such as temples and pyramids, was built to connect the physical world with the spiritual realm. Structures were aligned with celestial events and featured intricate carvings of gods and symbols important in Maya religion. The layout of cities also reflected the Maya worldview of the cosmos, with buildings mirroring the levels of the Maya universe.
Edward Ranney has written: 'Stonework of the Maya' -- subject(s): Maya architecture, Maya sculpture, Antiquities, Mayas
The Maya considered physical features like a crossed-eye gaze, elongated skulls, and filed teeth to be beautiful. They also adorned their bodies with tattoos, piercings, and jewelry as a symbol of beauty and status. Art and architecture were also highly valued by the Maya for their beauty and intricate designs.
The Maya lived in Mesoamerica, a region with diverse landscapes including jungles, mountains, and coastal areas. The land was rich in resources like fertile soil for agriculture, precious minerals, and abundant wildlife which supported their advanced civilization. The Maya adapted to these environments by developing intricate farming techniques, creating impressive architecture, and thriving trade networks.
The Olmec influenced the Maya and Aztecs through their art styles, architecture, and agricultural practices. Both the Maya and Aztecs adopted certain artistic motifs and architectural features from the Olmec, such as the use of colossal stone heads. The Olmec also introduced agriculture techniques like raised fields and irrigation systems that were later used by the Maya and Aztecs.
Specialized workers in Maya society were skilled craftsmen, such as artisans, architects, and priests. They were highly respected for their expertise in various fields and played crucial roles in the development of Maya civilization through their contributions to art, architecture, and religion.
The Maya are indigenous people who primarily inhabit southern Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, and El Salvador. The Maya civilization was one of the most advanced Mesoamerican civilizations, known for their advanced knowledge of astronomy, mathematics, architecture, and art.
Maya Lin and her husband and children live in New York City. She has a studio there. But she also travels all over the United States designing and creating new works of art and architecture.
Thomas H Guderjan has written: 'The nature of an ancient Maya city' -- subject(s): Antiquities, Excavations (Archaeology), Maya architecture, Mayas, Urban residence
i like maya