Nestled in the heart of Mexico, Mexico City stands as a bustling testament to modern civilization. Yet beneath its surface lies a hidden world, echoing tales of a long-forgotten metropolis – Tenochtitlan. This ancient city, once the crown jewel of the Aztec empire, showcased a marvelously intricate network of canals and causeways.
Contrary to popular belief, the Aztecs, who reigned from the 14th to the 16th centuries, didn’t start their journey in Tenochtitlan. Historical narratives point to the Aztecs originating from a northern cave known as Chicomoztoc. This cave, shrouded in mystery, was believed to house seven chambers, each representing a different tribe. The Aztecs claim lineage from one of these tribes.
The existence of Chicomoztoc, once relegated to the annals of mythology, has been brought to light by some scholars. Many posit that its true location is none other than the famed pyramid complex, Teotihuacan.
Edwin Barnhart, an archeological expert, links the legends surrounding the “place of seven caves” to the main temple of Teotihuacan, known as the Pyramid of the Sun. The pyramid hides a cave system with seven distinct chambers, eerily aligning with the Aztec tales of their origin.
16th-century Spanish writer, Gerónimo de Mendieta, chronicled local legends of gods birthing the Aztec civilization from these caves. An enthralling tale describes a massive flint knife descending from the heavens, from which gods emerged, breathing life into the Aztecs.
Close to Mexico City, the enigmatic city of Teotihuacan spreads over eight square miles. As the earliest and most intricate Mesoamerican city, it predates even the Maya civilization. With a population that once rivaled modern cities, this city was the heart of commerce and spirituality.
Two iconic structures, the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon, dominate Teotihuacan. They sit beside the temple dedicated to Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent deity. The Avenue of the Dead runs through the city, with numerous other structures dotting its landscape.
Yet, the true architects of Teotihuacan remain a mystery. Edwin Barnhart notes the conspicuous absence of hieroglyphs, a common writing form in neighboring Mesoamerican cultures, leaving us without a tangible history.
The complexities and architectural prowess of Teotihuacan raise questions. With no evidence of its evolutionary progression, its origin becomes all the more mystifying. David Wilcock challenges conventional beliefs about primitive architecture, suggesting the need to reevaluate the technological advancements of our ancestors.
