ZAPOTECS

WHAT ARE THEY?

• What are zapotecs The Zapotec civilization was an indigenous pre-Columbian civilization
• The Zapotec left archaeological evidence at the ancient city of Monte Albán
• the form of buildings, ball courts, magnificent tombs and grave goods including finely worked gold jewelry.

RELIGION

• Like most Mesoamerican religious systems the Zapotec religion was polytheistic.
• Two principal deities include Cocijo, the rain god and the god of ligth
• It is believed that the Zapotec sometimes used human sacrifice in their rituals

GOVERNMENT

• The Zapotec's government was based upon politics, economics, religion and social.
• They were ruled by power, prestige and wealth
• Their capital was Monte Alban. Monte Alban was a politically neutral and centrally located city.

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