Tattoos are an ancient form of art, popular in cultures around the world. In Mexico, traditional Aztec tattoos have a long and fascinating history. These tattoos were popularized by the Aztecs, an indigenous Mesoamerican people who lived in what is now Mexico in the 14th to 16th centuries. Aztec tattoos were used as a way to show off an individual's status, rank and power, as well as to show their dedication to the gods and goddesses of their religion.