Hieroglyphs, or using certain symbols instead of writing words, was a common practice among several civilizations in the past. � � � � � First, it is important to understand hieroglyphs generally. Egyptian and Mayan hieroglyphs were used in similar ways to represent language and they died in similar ways because they were closed systems that became so exclusive in their use that after conquerors arrived, they were lost. However, one of the most intriguing similarities between ancient Egyptian and Mayan culture is their use of hieroglyphs in their writing. Some surprising commonalities between these two ancient civilizations include the construction of massive stone pyramids, the creation and use of complex astrological calendars, and even a common belief in certain traditional myths and certain aspects of their respective religions. While the Egyptians and the Maya have many obvious differences and come from two very unique and varied cultures, they shared several interesting similarities. � � � � � What could two cultures separated from one another by hundreds of years and thousands of miles ever have in common with one another? How could the Pharaohs of Egypt, ruling their desert kingdom from the banks of the Nile River in Africa be similar to the kings of the ancient Mayan civilizations found deep in the jungles of Central America? The answer might surprise you.
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