Where did Mayans come from?

 The roots of the Mayan civilization are still unknown, and there is no clear consensus among scholars as to where the Maya came from. However, it is generally accepted that the Maya were descended from a mix of earlier Mesoamerican civilizations, including the Olmecs, and migrating populations from other regions of Mexico and Central America.

The Maya civilization emerged in present-day Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador around 2000 BC and rapidly developed into a sophisticated and advanced society by the classical period (300–900 AD). During this time, the Maya created a complex writing system, developed advanced mathematical and astronomical knowledge, and built impressive cities with monumental pyramids and palaces.

It is believed that the early Maya were influenced by the earlier civilizations of Mesoamerica, such as the Olmecs, who were known for their monumental stone sculptures and sophisticated agricultural techniques. The Maya also had contact with other cultures in Mexico and Central America, and it is believed that migrants from these areas helped to shape the Mayan civilization.

In general, the beginnings of the Mayan civilization are complicated and multifaceted, and it is likely that a combination of native innovations and foreign influences contributed to the formation of this highly developed society.