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Decline of Monte Albán

Type Event Region Mexico Time 701–800

In the 8th century, the Zapotec capital of Monte Albán in the Oaxaca Valley declined steadily, large-scale construction stalled, and population moved…

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  1. 701–750Monte Albán · MexicoMaintenance of the hilltop capital's large plazas and temples fell sharply; archaeological evidence shows shrinking residential areas, with elites and artisans migrating to lowland settlements in the valley.
  2. 750–800Oaxaca Valley · OaxacaZapotec political power gradually shifted from Monte Albán to emerging centers such as Mitla, and Monte Albán's function as capital essentially ended.

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