One of the world’s most famous ancient civilizations, the Aztecs ruled expanses of land in modern-day Central Mexico. Their mythology is drenched in the cycle of destruction and rebirth, ideas borrowed from their Mesoamerican predecessors and delicately woven into the fabrics of their own legends. Whilst the mighty Aztec empire may have fallen in 1521, …
What better way to learn about the Aztec deities than spending some time with them at the gym? After all, who couldn’t do with a bit more exercise? But circuit training with actual Aztec gods might be harder than it looks. Some of them look downright mean, and as one cracks his knuckles in anticipation, …
Huizipotakl, the Sun god, is slowly rising behind the mountaintops. His light is shimmering against the gentle lake waters before you. There are trees as far as the eye can see, and the chirping of birds dominates the soundscape. Tonight, you will once again sleep amongst the stars. The sun is bright, but it is …