Mesoamerican civilizations refer to the advanced societies that developed in Central America and Mexico before the arrival of Europeans. These civilizations included the Aztecs, Mayans, and Incas.
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Aztecs: The Aztecs were a Mesoamerican civilization known for their capital city Tenochtitlan, advanced agriculture, and complex social structure.
Mayans: The Mayans were a Mesoamerican civilization known for their sophisticated calendar system, hieroglyphic writing, and impressive stone architecture.
Incas: The Incas were a Mesoamerican civilization known for their vast empire in South America, innovative agricultural practices such as terracing, and impressive road network.