Aztec Tattoos

 Aztec Tattoos are a complicated matter, this article will clarify some of the Aztec people’s culture and help you make decisions about Aztec tattoo designs and which is appropriate for you.  There is a difference between Aztec, Mexican and Spanish art.  Prior to the invasion of the Aztec Empire by Spain the Aztecs were building a written language. These are the topics that have been translated for sure; the Aztec numbering system, and the Aztec calendar system. However, even some of the calendar uses aren’t completely clear. In addition, the Aztec people had a very complex military system with warrior ranking that is and maybe never will be completely clear to us.  We know that the Jaguar and Eagle were considered high ranking among the warriors.


Although Aztec tattoos are one of the oldest tradition of tattoos but its popularity is always on a rise. Aztec tattoos originated from Mexico and its roots lies in 14th century. Aztec tattoos were used as a symbol of this community’s devotion to their God.


When it comes to popular Aztec tattoo symbols, the Aztec sun is the most popular. The sun was very important to the Aztecs. The Aztecs commonly worshipped the sun and they made sacrifices to the all important sun god. The Aztec sun god was the most important god of all. The Aztec sun god was the protector of the heavens. The Aztec sun symbolizes the beliefs of the afterlife.