A map showing the major cultures of ancient Mesoamerica, including the Mayan, Zapotec, and Olmec areas.
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Early Villages Form in Oaxaca
Mixtec Civilization Develops in Western Oaxaca
Olmec Civilization Rises in Southern Mexico
Izapan Civilization Dominates Mesoamerica
Zapotec State Dominates Oaxaca
Development Begins at Teotihuacán
Founding of the Classic Period Maya Royal Dynasty at Tikal
Construction of the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon at Teotihuacán
Maya Civilization Flourishes
