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Ancient CaralOnly discovered in 1994 and formerly known as Chupacigarro Grande East,Caral is currently the oldest known civilization in the Americas, dated at 2600 BC. It was once a bustling community that thrived off farming and trade.
Caral consists of a massive plaza, several residential areas and 6 pyramids, the largest of which being the Pyramid of Mayor. nazcamystery.com/caral.htm Studies are still going on at this site, and much is still being learned.
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