Mayan astronomers tracked Venus with incredible precision
Ancient Mayan astronomers achieved astonishing accuracy in predicting Venus's cycles, showcasing advanced cosmic knowledge without modern instruments, influencing their society profoundly.
Ancient Mayan astronomers, without telescopes, meticulously tracked Venus's 584-day cycle. They revered Venus as a war harbinger, associating it with their god Kukulkan. Their observations, recorded in texts like the Dresden Codex, predicted Venus's movements with an astonishing error margin of just two hours over five centuries.
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