advancements, innovations, ideas, practices, or achievements that happen in the 10,000 in the Maya civilization
1. The development of the Maya writing system, which included hieroglyphs and glyphs, allowing for the recording of historical events, religious practices, and political matters.
2. The invention of the Maya calendar, which was highly accurate and allowed for precise tracking of time, including the prediction of celestial events such as eclipses.
3. The construction of impressive architectural feats, such as the towering pyramids and intricate palaces found in cities like Tikal, Palenque, and Chichen Itza.
4. The creation of advanced agricultural practices, including terracing, irrigation systems, and crop rotation, which allowed for sustained food production to support a growing population.
5. The development of complex mathematical and astronomical knowledge, including the concept of zero, advanced numerals, and accurate calculations of celestial movements.
6. The creation of intricate artwork, including detailed carvings, paintings, and sculptures that depicted religious beliefs, historical events, and daily life.
7. The establishment of a sophisticated trade network that spanned across Mesoamerica, allowing for the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultural practices.
8. The development of advanced medical knowledge and practices, including the use of herbal remedies, surgical procedures, and the treatment of various illnesses.
9. The organization of a complex social and political hierarchy, with city-states ruled by kings who were supported by nobles, priests, and skilled artisans.
10. The construction of systems of governance and law, including the establishment of courts, legal codes, and mechanisms for resolving disputes within Maya society.