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In Southern Peru, hundreds of geoglyphs adorn the surface of the Nazca Desert. Protected from the dry climate, these ancient creations represent the most popular heritage of the mysterious Nazca…
The Paracas Textile creations are among the most exquisite treasures found from the pre-Colombian period of South America. It is absolutely amazing how this ancient civilization created over 100 natural…
The Paracas Culture is known for its mummy bundles, textiles and unusual cranial shapes. Here is what archaeological evidence can—and cannot—tell us about the people behind the mystery.