The Olmec Colossal Heads: Mexico’s Monumental Mysteries
7 min readJul 23, 2023
The Olmec civilization, flourishing from around 1400 to 400 B.C., was among the first major societies to emerge in Mesoamerica. Its influence was widespread, reaching far beyond its geographical centre along the Gulf Coast of present-day Mexico.
From advanced architectural designs to intricate art forms, the Olmecs left behind an impressive cultural legacy that still…
