They successively conquered and included them in their empires.
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Some powerful empires that existed around at the same time were the Aztec and Inca Empires. However, the Inca Empire was much larger.
they could not conquer other empires
The Gupta empire traded with other Indian empires and even Roman empires.
They wanted to capture the empires' gold and resources.
The decline of the Mayan and Olmec Empires was likely due to a combination of factors, including environmental degradation, overpopulation, warfare, and political instability. The Mayan civilization may have faced challenges such as droughts, deforestation, and soil erosion, which could have led to food shortages and social unrest. Additionally, the Olmec Empire may have been impacted by conflicts with neighboring societies and internal power struggles. These factors likely contributed to the eventual collapse of both civilizations.