CULTURE

 CULTURE

Culture is the set of knowledge and characteristic features that distinguish a society, a certain era or a social group. The term culture as it has been evolving in society, is associated with progress and values.

Cultures can be "understood as systems of symbols and meanings that even their creators question, that lack fixed boundaries, that are constantly changing, and that interact and compete with each other."

Culture is made up of several components, among which are beliefs, norms, values, language, symbols, technology and identity.

Cultural identity is the set of values, traditions and beliefs that exist within a group, which are influenced by the context and the social environment. Thanks to it, the sense of belonging necessary for any human being can be created.

TYPES

Ancient EGYPTIAN culture arose in North Africa shortly after the Sumerian settlements and lasted approximately 3,000 years, until the Roman conquest. The Egyptians made great advances in areas of knowledge, such as mathematics, medicine, and architecture. They are recognized worldwide for their pyramids, which even today some claim to be extraterrestrial constructions.

The MAYANS were a very important civilization in the Mesoamerican territory, specifically in southern Mexico, Guatemala, Belize and part of Honduras.

Its archaic period began about 8,000 years ago. C., but it was not until 2000 a. C. that the Preclassic stage began when what is currently known as the Mayan Culture began to develop. They grew food such as beans and corn. They were warriors and this played an important role in their lives.