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

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

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

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 ...

Researchers analyzed 788 obsidian artifacts from Tenochtitlan, revealing that the Mexica (Aztec) Empire sourced this important material from at least eight different locations, including regions ...

By all accounts, Operation Sindoor has been a success. It has demonstrated the strength of India’s air defence system, as ...

Archaeologists found that while the Mexica primarily used green obsidian, obsidian also came from at least seven other ...

Obsidian was central to Aztec life — not just for crafting sharp tools and sacred offerings, but as a reflection of political ...

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

The Mexican Navy tall ship that struck the Brooklyn Bridge late Saturday night has set sail annually for the last four ...