Olmec calendar

The Olmec calendar, developed by one of Mesoamerica's earliest civilizations, combined solar and ritual cycles, influencing later cultures like the Maya. The main component is the 260-day tzolk'in, used for religious events, which pairs 20 day names with 13 numbers. Additionally, the 365-day haab' solar calendar tracked agricultural seasons. These calendars were crucial for scheduling ceremonies, agricultural activities, and daily life, reflecting the Olmec's deep understanding of astronomy and timekeeping, which laid the groundwork for subsequent Mesoamerican societies.