Life
When and where you were born?
I was born in 1466 in Tenochtitlan
What was your greatest achievement?
My greatest achievement was my rise to power as Aztec emperor.
Are there any movies, songs or books about you?
Yes, I appear in novels, textbooks, documentaries and some films about the conquest.
Were you a good cook, musician or amateur artist?
I wasnt a cook or an artist, but I did value music, dance and poetry.
What was happening in the world during your lifetime?
The Spanish were conquering new territories in America
How was your family?
I belonged to the Aztec nobility and my father was the emperor Axayacatl
How did your training influence your later achievements?
My military, religious and political education allowed me to become emperor.
How do we honor you today?
I am honored through monuments, museums, and festivals.
How did you normally dress?
I dressed in luxurious clothes, precious jewelry and a headdress of exotic feathers.
With what other important figures did you live?
I lived with Hernán Cortés and with indigenous leaders.
Was there an important event in hyour childhood that marked you?
One of the events that marked me the most were the wars against othertowns.
What did you invent, discover or create?
I didn't invent anything, but I organized the empire and the religious structure very effectively.
Did you won any awards, medals or recognitions?
My status as a military leader was the highest distinction.
Did you eat something peculiar or have a favorite dish?
Yes, I ate turkey meat, fish, fruits, corn and liquid chocolate with spices.
What was happening in the Aztec empire?
The Aztec empire was going through a period of boom and expansion.
What personal difficulties or challenges did you face?
One of my challenges was to confront the conquistadors, especially Hernán Cortés.
What was your biggest professional obstacle?
My biggest obstacle was the arrival of the Spanish conquest that put an end to my reign.
At what age did you start to be recognized?
At the age of 40.
Did you like any particular animal?
Yes I had a special liking for exotic birds and jaguars.
What social problems did you face during your time?
I faced internal tensions in the Mexica.
When and where did you die?
I died on June 29, 1520 in Tenochtitlán
What legacy did you leave in your field?
I left the legacy of being one of the last Aztec emperors.
Were you a controversial or respected person?
I was respected by the people as Tlatoani.
What a surprising thing almost no one knows about you?
I had a huge zoo, aquarium and botanical garden.
What was happening with the Mexica empire?
The Mexica empire was at its peak but was beginning to come to an end.