Peru’s southern coast was once home to two of the most fascinating cultures of the Americas: the Nazca and the Paracas. Here’s what you should know about them.
pre-hispanic culture
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Tambo Colorado in the Peruvian desert was built to serve as a resting spot for Inca messengers. Learn more about this place.
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The Moche Huaca de la Luna and Huaca del Sol are examples of how advanced the early civilizations of Peru were. Learn more here.
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Watch this video for amazing views of three important huacas, or ancient pre-Hispanic sacred sites, in the region of Lima, Peru.
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If you’re in Huaraz and are seeking a way to learn about the area’s great cultural history, consider making a trip to the Ancash Archaeological Museum.
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447 huacas are claimed by Peru as spaces of identity and represent the country at the XVI Biennial of Architecture in Venice.
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Learn more about the 50 burial sites that were found in the huaca Mateo Salado, located in the heart of Lima city in Peru.
