dec 31, 551 BC - Mayan Civilization

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The first Mayan cities started sprouting up around this time. These cities were incredibly ahead of their time for people in the Meso-American region as they developed the first and only known fully developed writing system in that area. Also known for their astronomical system, unique architecture, mathematics, calendar, art, and much more. (2.2)

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