Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Collection of facts about the Olmecs

This post is a collection of facts about the Olmecs (c. 1200 - 400 BC). There are 6 facts listed below. Source: Wikipedia

  • Based on modern-day Veracruz and Tabasco (Mexico)
  • Sites at San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán and La Venta
  • Stone colossal head artwork
  • Played Mesoamerican ballgame
  • Great Pyramid built at La Venta
  • Cascajal Block writing