Ancient China. Specifically the Qin or Han Dynasties. Not as a peasant, mind you (which I assume most people are responding with as a condition), but as one of the well-to-do people. Magistrate, banker, etc.
I would say Mayan, but being sacrificed was an honour in their culture, so I wouldn't live well for fear of being too popular.
I would say Mayan, but being sacrificed was an honour in their culture, so I wouldn't live well for fear of being too popular.