Tenochtitlan, a metropolis built in the middle of a lake, with floating islands supported by piles. The date: November 1519.

This small insect, native to the Americas, was used by the Aztecs to create a vivid red dye, which would eventually ...

Recounting the tale of the Spanish conquest, Aztec Rhapsodies tells of heroism, triumph and tragedy in epic verse.

May 16 has been a date marked by significant events throughout history, spanning continents and centuries, each contributing ...

New research uncovers how obsidian artifacts reveal the vast trade networks of the Aztec Empire during Tenochtitlan’s early ...

Greg Jenner is joined in 16th-Century Mexico by Dr Amy Fuller and comedian Jen Brister to learn about conquistador Hernán Cortés and his translator Malintzin. Greg Jenner is joined in 16th-Century ...