Question

Compare the calendars of the ancient Egypt and the Maya.

Answer 1

The ancient Egyptians used a calendar similar to our current timekeeping system. It included one year equal to 365 days in length. Each year included 12 months. The Egyptians divided each month into 30 days; however, at the end of every year there existed five additional days. Egyptologists believe the early Egyptians created the calendar more than 5,000 years ago and the calendar was eventually reformed; organizations and festival planners in Egypt continue to use it still today....