The Enigma of the Mushroom Stones in Mexico and Guatemala: A Pre-Columbian Riddle
6 min readMar 21, 2024
Was it all about the drugs?
The use of psychoactive mushrooms in ritual ceremonies holds a rich and intriguing history among the ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica, stretching back to at least 3500 years ago. This practice was not limited to the Valley of Mexico but extended throughout Central America, with evidence found from various archaeological sites.
