Anthropology.netFeb 13
New isotopic analysis suggests seabird guano wasn’t just fertilizer in pre-Inca Peru—it was a foundation of political power, fueling agricultural surplus and the rise of the Chincha Kingdom. #Archaeology #AncientPeru #EnvironmentalHistory #PreInca https://www.anthropology.net/p/bird-droppings-and-political-power
Bird Droppings and Political Power: How Guano Shaped a Pre-Inca Kingdom

When isotopes tell a story about fertilizer and empire in coastal Peru

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Archaeology News Jul 5, 2025

1,000-year-old pre-Inca mummy linked to Chancay culture unearthed during gas work in Lima

A team of gas utility workers laying pipes in northern Lima, Peru, stumbled upon an ancient discovery during their work, uncovering a 1,000-year-old pre-Inca mummy. The find was just 20 inches (50 centimeters) beneath the ground when workers came upon the trunk of a huarango tree...

More info: https://archaeologymag.com/2025/06/pre-inca-mummy-unearthed-during-gas-work-in-lima/

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touripiaJul 1, 2025

📍 City of Wari

Read more: https://www.touripia.com/travel-destinations/south-america/can-i-visit-city-of-wari/

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LisliliMay 27, 2025
Walk through the ruins of Pikillacta, an ancient Wari city predating the Incas. Its impressive adobe structures reveal the complexity of pre-Inca civilizations in the Andes. A fascinating stop for archaeology lovers!
Source: https://www.cuscotudestinotravel.com/tours/tour-machu-picchu-1-dia-desde-cusco/
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VERONICA1514May 6, 2025
Pikillaqta: A Forgotten Inca City of the High Andes
Nestled near Cusco, Pikillaqta is an ancient pre-Inca site that often goes unnoticed by tourists. Its well-preserved adobe walls and intricate urban planning offer a glimpse into the Wari civilization, which predates the Inca Empire. A quiet, fascinating place for history lovers.
Source:https://landsoftheincas.com/
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Terres des Incas | Trips to Machu Picchu in Cusco Peru

Trips to Machu Picchu: Experience an unforgettable journey with Terres des Incas. Discover the magic of the Andes and the Inca history

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VERONICA1514Apr 14, 2025
Pikillaqta is a fascinating pre-Inca archaeological site located southeast of Cusco. Built by the Wari civilization, its name means “flea town,” but don’t let that fool you—this site is a marvel of ancient urban planning. With its straight streets, high walls, and over a thousand buildings, Pikillaqta gives us a rare glimpse.
Source:https://aliperutreks.com/category-tours/inca-trail/
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Inca Trail archivos | Ali Peru Treks

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VERONICA1514Apr 9, 2025
Maukallaqta is an ancient pre-Inca archaeological site located near Yaurisque, in the Apurímac River canyon. This site is known for its well-preserved stone and mud structures, dating back to the Wari culture. It provides a fascinating glimpse into Peru’s ancient civilizations, showcasing their advanced engineering and architectural skills.
Source:https://aliperutreks.com/category-tours/inca-trail/
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Inca Trail archivos | Ali Peru Treks

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VERONICA1514Apr 8, 2025
The Chullpas of Espinar are ancient funerary structures located in the Espinar province, in the southern highlands of Peru. These towering stone structures are believed to have been used by pre-Inca cultures, particularly the Colla civilization, to bury their elites. The chullpas are circular or rectangular towers, often built with large stones, and some are found to be over 10 meters tall.
Source:https://healingtreecostarica.com/en
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PatriciaPhotosJan 20, 2025

High angle view on the Salt mines in Peru

YOU CAN FIND IT HERE: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/high-angle-view-on-the-salt-mines-in-peru-patricia-hofmeester.html

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High angle view on the Salt mines in Peru by Patricia Hofmeester

High angle view on the Salt mines in Peru Photograph by Patricia Hofmeester

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The Wild Hunt NewsAug 27, 2024

In Peru’s Virú Valley, the remains of pre-Incan water cult may rewrite human history in the region while also highlighting the critical importance of water for our survival and the urgent need for preservation efforts to protect invaluable cultural heritage.

https://wildhunt.org/2024/08/water-cult-temple-may-re-write-indigenous-history-in-south-america.html

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"Water cult" temple may re-write Indigenous history in South America

In Peru’s Virú Valley, the remains of pre-Incan water cult may rewrite human history in the region while also highlighting the critical importance of water for our survival and the urgent need for preservation efforts to protect invaluable cultural heritage.

The Wild Hunt