Aztec Architecture

Pre-Columbian Mesoamerican style.

Overview

Aztec Architecture, using stone, flourished in Mexico, 14th–16th century.

Core Characteristics

• Stepped pyramids, temples.
• Intricate carvings, cosmological design.
• Aztec aesthetic.

Notable Examples

• Templo Mayor (Mexico, 15th century).

Architectural Connections

• Historical: 14th–16th century.
• Religious: Temples.
• Aztec Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Defined Mesoamerican sacred spaces.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Carving (technique), Cosmology (theory), Pyramid (element), Aztec (movement)

Directory

Movements Registry, Architecture Hub, History