How isolated were the American empires before Columbus?

by chiefchirpa7865

Just how isolated was the Inca Empire? Or Aztec Empire? For example, did the Incas know of the Aztecs? And if so, did they trade with them or have contact with them?

jschooltiger

Hi there! While more can always be said, we do have some older answers in our FAQ on trade and contact between groups in the Americas before Columbus.