Ancient Calendars

Ancient calendars were systems used by early civilizations to track time, primarily for agricultural, religious, and social purposes. These calendars often relied on natural phenomena, such as the phases of the moon or the changing seasons. For example, the Egyptian calendar was based on the solar year, while the Mayan calendar included complex cycles involving both solar and lunar elements. Each culture created its own system, reflecting its unique environment and needs, which helped organize daily life, festivals, and important events. Understanding these calendars reveals how ancient societies interacted with their world and structured their lives.