ancient Maya

3. - The writing system of the Maya, consisting of intricate symbols representing words and sounds.
4. - One of the largest and most significant ancient Maya cities.
5. - An ancient manuscript in book form, used by the Maya for writing and recording information.
6. - A natural sinkhole or well, considered sacred by the Maya and often used for sacrificial offerings.
9. - The term for a divine king or ruler in Maya society.
10. - The underworld in Maya mythology.
11. - A monumental structure with a square base and sloping sides, used as temples and tombs by the Maya.
12. - A traditional Mesoamerican agricultural system involving the rotation of crops.
13. - A raised paved road built by the Maya, often connecting cities and ceremonial centers.

1. - An upright stone slab or column typically bearing inscriptions or relief carvings.
2. - A major archaeological site and city of the Maya civilization, famous for the pyramid El Castillo.
4. - The 260-day sacred calendar of the Maya used for divination and ritual purposes.
7. - The 365-day solar calendar used by the Maya.
8. - A ritualistic sport played by the Maya involving a rubber ball and often associated with ceremonial significance.
11. - The Maya creation myth and one of the most important pieces of Maya literature.