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Ancient Caral

Peru / Lima Provincias / Vegueta /
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Only 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.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caral
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Coordinates:   10°53'33"S   77°31'19"W

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  • Amando Pérez (guest)
    La antigua Caral Descubierta en 1994, Caral es el asentamiento más viejo del mundo, datado en 2600 AC. Caral consta de una plaza maciza, varias áreas residenciales y 6 piramides. Las excavaciones continúan.
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