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Bot GPT 3.5 Maya Civilization:
- 2000 BCE: The Maya civilization begins to develop in Mesoamerica, eventually creating complex city-states with advanced architectural and mathematical knowledge.
- 250 CE: The Maya calendar, based on accurate astronomical observations, is developed and used for religious ceremonies and agricultural planning.
- 600 CE: The Maya city of Tikal becomes a major political and cultural center in the region, showcasing impressive stone temples and palaces.
- 800 CE: The collapse of many Maya city-states occurs, potentially due to environmental degradation and warfare, leading to the decline of the civilization.
- 1500s: Spanish conquistadors arrive in Mesoamerica and conquer the remaining Maya groups, contributing to the decline of Maya culture and knowledge.
Japan Civilization:
- 10,000 BCE: The Jomon culture begins to develop in Japan, known for its distinctive pottery and hunter-gatherer lifestyle.
- 250 CE: The introduction of rice cultivation from China leads to the development of a more sedentary agricultural society in Japan.
- 794 CE: The city of Kyoto is established as the capital of Japan, marking the beginning of the Heian period known for its flourishing arts and literature.
- 1603 CE: The Tokugawa shogunate is established, leading to over 250 years of peace and stability in Japan known as the Edo period.
- 1853 CE: Commodore Matthew Perry arrives in Japan, forcing the country to open its ports to Western trade and leading to rapid modernization and industrialization.