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The Maya used observatories to study celestial events such as the movement of the stars, planets, and the sun. They believed these observations could help them predict important events like eclipses and agricultural cycles. The knowledge gained from these observations was used to develop their calendar system and for religious purposes.
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Why did the Maya build observatories at the top of their pyramids.?
because they believed in life after death
What did the Maya study from observation?
The Maya studied astronomy, calendrics, agriculture, and the movements of celestial bodies from observation. They built impressive observatories and used their knowledge to develop sophisticated calendars and accurately predict celestial events.
What is a synonym for astronomical observatories?
One synonym for astronomical observatories is "space observatories."
What did the Maya study from the observatories?
buildings to study Astronomy
Why did the Maya build observatories?
Some structures at the top of the Mayan "pyramids" are for apparent religious ceremonial purposes, but some structures are believed to be astronomical observatories. Many of the structures are in very bad condition and their purpose is not certain. A simple answer would be that the top of a pyramid is a good place to observe not only the heavens but the surrounding area.
Are there European observatories?
Yes, there are many observatories all around Europe.
Is atronomical observatories a noun?
I take that you are asking 'astronomical observatories'. 'Observatory' is a noun, observatories is the plural form. Astronomical is simple a modifier (adjective, in this case.)
Is Maya another word for Mayan's?
No, Maya is the plural form of Mayan. If you were to talk about an object that is owned by a single Mayan for example, you would use Mayan's.
How do you use Maya in a sentence?
The Maya were an inscrutable people.
Did the Maya discover anything?
Yes, the Maya civilization made significant discoveries in mathematics, astronomy, and agriculture. They developed a complex calendar system, understood the concept of zero, and built impressive observatories to study the stars. Their agricultural techniques, such as terracing and irrigation, allowed them to sustain dense populations in their cities.
What did the Maya Indians use for transportation?
What was the Maya Indians transportation
What has the author Siegfried Marx written?
Siegfried Marx has written: 'Sternwarten der Welt' -- subject(s): Astronomical observatories 'Observatories of the world' -- subject(s): Astronomical observatories
