Totonac history

The Totonac are an indigenous people from eastern Mexico, with a rich history dating back to pre-Columbian times. They built advanced civilizations around the Gulf of Mexico, known for their impressive architecture, agriculture, and artistry, especially in cacao cultivation. The Totonac civilization flourished before the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century, when their society faced conquest and colonization. Today, they continue to preserve their cultural traditions, language, and crafts while integrating modern influences, maintaining a vital cultural identity rooted in their historic heritage.