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 ...

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 ...

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