The members of the Aztec upper class would often take teonanácatl at festivals and other large gatherings to communicate with the spirit world. According to Fernando Alvarado Tezozomoc, it was often a difficult task to procure ________. They were quite costly as well as very difficult to locate, requiring all-night searches.

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Teonanácatl refers to a type of hallucinogenic or psychoactive mushroom. The Aztec upper class used these mushrooms during religious ceremonies and festivals to facilitate communication with the spirit world. These mushrooms were indeed rare and difficult to find, making them costly and sought after for their spiritual significance.

The Members of the Aztec Upper Class Would Often Take