The Dark Ancient History of Mayan Psychedelic Use

The Mayans, often referred to as the Maya peoples, were one of the greatest civilizations known to Mesoamerican history. Well-known for their grand temples, grueling sacrifices, and fascinating art, one lesser-known aspect is the role psychedelics played in Mayan culture. Read below to learn more about how the Mayans used psychedelics. Key Points The Mayas were an ancient society that reigned throughout Western Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala. There’s a lot of evidence that demonstrates the Maya civilization used psychedelic substances, including psilocybin mushrooms, the white water lily, and hallucinogenic toads. Psychedelic use was associated with death and the underworld and so may well have