Mayan Empire (Principia Moderni II Map Game)

Chichen Itza is a Mayan city-state located on the Yucatan Peninsula. It was founded in the year 600. It is bordered to the south by other various city-states.

History
History of Chichen Itza prior to 1450

In the year 1450, Chichen Itza began to expand it's influence to the other Mayan city-states at it's borders, in hopes of expanding their empire. The Emperor also ordered that the Navy be improved, so the people could sail to other lands, spreading the word of Chichen Itza.

Urban Areas
The sole urban area is the city of Chichen Itza proper. This is the only major city in the territory as of the year 1452.

Culture
The culture of Chichen Itza is heavily influenced by the Mayan people. Other outside influences include the Zapotec culture and other tribes in the area.

Government
Currently, Chichen Itza is ruled by the Emperor, who has absolute power. The line of sucession continues in dynastical lineage, the throne being passed from father to son.

Foreign Relations
Chichen Itza interacts mainly with the other Mayan city-states it borders. Chichen Itza has limited relations with Zapotec city-states.