El Brujo and the Lady of Cao
El Brujo and the Lady of Cao are two closely linked phrases; in this article, we will uncover their true history. El Brujo is the name of the archaeological complex made up of Huaca Cao Viejo, Huaca El Brujo, and Huaca Prieta. The complex is located in the Chicama...
El Brujo and the Lady of Cao
El Brujo and the Lady of Cao are two closely linked phrases; in this article, we will uncover their true history. El Brujo is the name of the archaeological complex made up of Huaca Cao Viejo, Huaca...
Sipan Royal Tombs Museum
The Sipan Royal Tombs Museum is located in Lambayeque city. It was inaugurated on November 8, 2001. This important museum exhibits all the treasures found at the Sipan archaeological site since...
Cumbemayo Aqueduct
It is located 20 km west of the city of Cajamarca, at an altitude of 3,500 meters above sea level. Its name derives from "Cumbe" (fine or refined) and "Mayo" (river)—which in Quechua means "fine...
The Lambayeque Civilization
The Lambayeque Culture had its main center in the Lambayeque region; however, its territory extended from the Chicama Valley to the Piura area. Its development period began with the decline of the...
The Chachapoyas Kingdom
The Chachapoyas were composed of different ethnic groups. Spanish conquistadors described them as brave and warrior-like people. Their women were famous for being beautiful and fair-skinned. The...
Chan Chan, the largest mud city in America
Chan Chan was the political and administrative capital of the Chimu Kingdom. Its original extension covered about 24 km2, nowadays the area has been reduced to 14 Km2. On November 28, 1986 , Chan...