| Tlaloc typically has goggled eyes and large, jaguar teeth. In Postclassical Mexico, Tlaloc was believed to reside in mountain caves. These caves were considered to be miraculous treasure houses filled with wealth and properity. To the Aztecs, Tlaloc was known as the "the provider," and depending on the rains, could be either generous or miserable. One of the dual temples upon the Templo Mayor of Tenochtitlan was dedicated to Tlaloc, and this side of the pyramid was apparently considered as his mountain abode. Excavations in the foundations of this temple have revealed rich offerings, many of which are related to water and the sea. Near Tenochtitlan, there was a special mountain dedicated to Tlaloc. |
