reigned 1486–1502 CEReputable sourceWell documented
Ahuitzotl and the Aztec Golden Age
On the timeline · around reigned 1486–1502 CE ·
What happened
Ahuitzotl reigned from 1486 to 1502, pushing the empire to its greatest extent through relentless conquest. His huge building projects and victories were celebrated with mass sacrifices — his reign is often called the Aztec golden age.
Why it matters
Under Ahuitzotl the Aztec Empire reached the height of its power and territory, stretching from central Mexico toward the Pacific and the Gulf and deep into the south.
Sources
- World History Encyclopedia. Ahuitzotl · Reputable source