Obscure civilizations you forgot about
The Olmecs: The Enigmatic Sculptors of Giant Heads
The Olmec civilization, thriving from around 1200 to 400 BCE in present-day Mexico, is best known for its colossal stone heads. These massive sculptures, likely representing rulers, showcase the Olmecs’ advanced artistic skills and societal complexity.
As one of the earliest Mesoamerican cultures, the Olmecs laid the foundations for later civilizations like the Maya and Aztecs. Their innovations in writing, religion, and urban planning continue to captivate archaeologists and historians, making them an enduring enigma.
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