Aztec Mythology How do horses appear in the mythology of the Aztecs? February 9, 2026 by Riding Horses did not play a significant role in Aztec mythology, as they were introduced to the Americas by Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century. The Aztecs had no prior knowledge of horses before European contact, which makes their appearance in traditional Aztec mythology virtually nonexistent. However, the arrival of horses had a profound impact on […] Read more »