... . The view from just outside Tenochtitlan was impressive. Diaz and his men observed so many cities and towns on the water. They also saw other large settlements built on firm ground. They were astonished because of the great stone towers and temples that rose up ... Tenochtitlan to the mainland. Not far from the city the Spanish forces stopped, met by a procession of the royal household. It was Motecuhzoma cramped beneath a rich canopy of green-colored feathers with intricate patterns in gold and silver. The great Motecuhzoma was richly attired according to his practice, and ... Charles...

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