How is it possible that people who knew the secrets of the stars and complex calendars, disappeared almost without a trace, leaving only ruins in the jungle? ???? Today we set off on an extraordinary journey to the heart of the tropical jungle, where the lost world of the Maya reveals its secrets to us. This is an ancient civilization whose achievements in astronomy, architecture and mathematics still arouse admiration today. At the same time, it is a civilization that hides riddles that have intrigued researchers for centuries. In this episode of the History Podcast, I have prepared the following journey for you: Mythical beginning: We learn about the Popol Vuh, the legend of the creation of the world, where corn, the sacred gift of the gods, became the basis of human existence ???? The Golden Age of Civilization: We will look at the flourishing of city-states such as Tikal, Calakmul and Palenque, discovering the secrets of their buildings, royal dynasties and monumental pyramids ????️ Everyday life: What was life like for ordinary Maya? From a corn-based diet to ideas of beauty and body modification, to rites of passage and marriage ????‍????✨ Science Wonders: Unravel the mysteries of their calendars, astronomy, and mathematical achievements that were unmatched in the world at the time. Was 2012 really the end of the world? ???? Fall and Discovery: Why did such a powerful civilization begin to decline long before the Spanish arrived? What did 19th-century explorers like John Lloyd Stephens and Frederick Catherwood discover in abandoned ruins? ???? Pseudoscientific Myths: Did the Mayans have contact with aliens? We'll break down and debunk theories about Kukulkan, flying snakes, and the mysterious tomb of King Pakal. The sounds of the jungle, the roars of howler monkeys, the rustling of leaves, and stories full of suspense - I'm taking you back to the times when the Mayans looked to the sky, trying to understand the rhythms of the cosmos. We'll intertwine facts with questions, discovering that the secrets of this civilization are as alive as their heritage. An episode perfect for lovers of history, archaeology, mysteries, and... questions! ???? Enjoy! Rafał ???? Timeline: 0:00 Intro 6:40 Chapter I: The beginning 12:03 Popol Vuh – The founding myth of the Mayans 17:22 The beginnings of the Mayan civilization 20:09 The Olmecs 24:19 Chapter II: Visiting the Mayans 26:42 Climate 30:01 Wonders of Mayan architecture 32:54 The most famous Mayan cities 35:38 The discovery of Palenque 38:47 Mayan kings and power 42:31 Everyday life of the Mayans 48:09 Farmers and Warriors 52:43 Chapter III: The mind (astronomy, architecture, art) 57:44 The Mayan calendar 1:01:04 2012 – The end of the world according to the Mayans? English: 1:04:28 Mayan Writing and Language 1:07:06 Mayan Art 1:09:17 Religion and Gods 1:17:10 Rituals and Priests 1:20:32 The Mayan Ball Game 1:25:27 Summary of the Story So Far 1:28:12 Chapter IV: The Fall 1:32:01 What caused the fall of the Maya? English: 1:39:26 Chapter V: The Spanish 1:47:13 The fate of the Mayans after the defeat by the Spanish 1:49:58 Chapter VI: The Discovery 1:57:49 John Lloyd Stephens and Frederick Catherwood – the most famous Mayan explorers 2:01:53 Chapter VII: Pseudohistory 2:11:56 Epilogue: The Jungle 2:14:27 Outro 2:15:35 Patrons 2:16:56 Trivia If you like it – Become a Patron ????????✨! https://patronite.pl/podcasthistoryczny My book "History for the Brave" - ​​buy quickly and safely at https://odwaga.alt.pl ???????? [self-promotion] Sources: https://pastebin.com/ahDrCuPL TT: / sadowski_rafal IG: / rafal_sadowskii Patrons: https://pastebin.com/NVLY77cH Thank you for accompanying me on board this ship on this journey through the waves of history! ????