Codex Borgia

The Codex Borgia is an ancient Mesoamerican document, believed to have been created by the Aztecs or their predecessors around the 15th century. This intricately illustrated manuscript is composed of 76 pages and serves as a divinatory calendar, detailing rituals, gods, and astrology. It combines visual art with written elements, showcasing the religious and cosmological beliefs of its time. The Codex is named after the Borgia family, its last known private owners. Today, it is significant for understanding Aztec culture, spirituality, and their worldview, contributing valuable insights to historians and anthropologists.