European explorers were amazed by Tenochtitlan due to its impressive scale, sophisticated urban planning, and advanced infrastructure, including canals, causeways, and aqueducts that facilitated transportation and water supply. The city, built on an island in Lake Texcoco, showcased remarkable architectural achievements, such as the grand temples and palaces, which highlighted the wealth and power of the Aztec civilization. Additionally, the bustling markets filled with diverse goods and the vibrant culture left a lasting impression on the Europeans, who had never encountered such a complex society in the New World.
They created the largest cities of their time. Tenochtitlan was larger then most European cities even!
When Hernando Cortez entered the capital city of the Aztecs, Tenochtitlan, the residents believed that he was one of their gods, Quetzalcoatl, come back to rule them again. Even the Aztec king knelt before him.
European visitors were shocked at the equalizing tendencies that were revealed in American legal institutions, theoretical professions, and public spaces.
Tenochtitlan was home of the Aztecs.
aztec's built the tenochtitlan!
Tenochtitlan was created in 1325.
Mexico City's original name was Tenochtitlan.
I was amazed to see the high wire performer drop twenty feet, only to be saved by a tether.
amazed can be best used as such. I was amazed to see you.
Mexico city
if your amazed your like suprise about something
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