Los calendarios de Xochicalco, Morelos

Xochicalco's calendars, inscribed on the site's reliefs, offer a unique window into Mesoamerican calendar systems during the Epiclassic period (600–900 CE). By analyzing and reconstructing the sequence of days and years—comprising 52-year cycles known as 'siglos'—researchers have pieced together a previously fragmented understanding of pre-Hispanic calendrical practices. The uniformity of these inscriptions, derived from a single site over a defined period, bridges the gap between earlier (Classic) and later (Postclassic) calendar traditions, providing critical insights into how such systems evolved across Mesoamerica. Additionally, the eclectic artistic styles and graphic representations in Xochicalco's calendars reflect broader trans-regional influences, underscoring the site's role as a cultural nexus during this transitional era.

Morante López, R. B. (2019). Los calendarios de Xochicalco, Morelos. Anales de Antropología, 53(2). https://doi.org/10.22201/iia.24486221e.2019.2.64818