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Chicano Heritage coloring book, probably 1970s
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PIRAMIDE del SOL - Page 29 Themes The pyramid of the sun is a part of the magnificent architectural heritage left by the Aztecs to the world. Background Information The pyramid of Teotihaucan is just outside Mexico City; it was a religious as well as an ancient metropolitan area. The Aztecs were competent builders who drew their knowledge from other Indian builders, such as the Tolbecs. The Aztecs were great architectural innovators who developed their own style. This pyramid was not used for burials but for ceremonial use. The pyramid's gigantic size made it an accomplishment in building. At one time this magnificent structure was painted in bright colors. Key Words architecture-- la arquitectura, religion-- la religion builder-- el arquitecto, pyramid-- el piramide monument-- el monumento, sun-- el sol temple-- el templo 73
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PIRAMIDE del SOL - Page 29 Themes The pyramid of the sun is a part of the magnificent architectural heritage left by the Aztecs to the world. Background Information The pyramid of Teotihaucan is just outside Mexico City; it was a religious as well as an ancient metropolitan area. The Aztecs were competent builders who drew their knowledge from other Indian builders, such as the Tolbecs. The Aztecs were great architectural innovators who developed their own style. This pyramid was not used for burials but for ceremonial use. The pyramid's gigantic size made it an accomplishment in building. At one time this magnificent structure was painted in bright colors. Key Words architecture-- la arquitectura, religion-- la religion builder-- el arquitecto, pyramid-- el piramide monument-- el monumento, sun-- el sol temple-- el templo 73
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