Ixchel & Itzamná
The moon goddess and the lord of the sky
Ixchel, the Maya goddess of the moon, love, fertility and weaving, and her husband Itzamná, the supreme lord of the sky; their union governs life, medicine and creation in the Maya worldview.
01Why it matters
Ixchel is the great female Maya deity; the island of Cozumel was her pilgrimage sanctuary.
02The conflict
The cycles of the moon and the storms of the sky.
03The iconic moment
The pilgrimages of women to Cozumel to ask her for fertility.
04What survived
The Ixchel sanctuary on Cozumel; Maya art.
05Frequently asked questions
Who were Ixchel & Itzamná?
Ixchel, the Maya goddess of the moon, love, fertility and weaving, and her husband Itzamná, the supreme lord of the sky; their union governs life, medicine and creation in the Maya worldview.
Why is the story of Ixchel & Itzamná famous?
Ixchel is the great female Maya deity; the island of Cozumel was her pilgrimage sanctuary.
How does the story of Ixchel & Itzamná end?
The pilgrimages of women to Cozumel to ask her for fertility. The Ixchel sanctuary on Cozumel; Maya art.
Is the story of Ixchel & Itzamná real?
Yes, Ixchel & Itzamná is based on real people and events.
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