A Portrait of Tenochtitlan • 3D reconstruction of the capital of the Aztec empire.

The 12 months is 1518. Mexico-Tenochtitlan, as soon as an unassuming settlement in the midst of Lake Texcoco, now a bustling metropolis. It’s the capital of an empire ruling over, and receiving tribute from, greater than 5 million folks. Tenochtitlan is house to 200.000 farmers, artisans, retailers, troopers, clergymen and aristocrats. At the moment, it is among the largest cities on the earth.

Right now, we name this metropolis Ciudad de Mexico – Mexico Metropolis.

Not a lot is left of the outdated Aztec – or Mexica – capital Tenochtitlan. What did this metropolis, raised from the lake mattress by hand, seem like? Utilizing historic and archeological sources, and the experience of many, I’ve tried to faithfully convey this iconic metropolis to life.