Great civilizations of Peru: 5,000 years of ancient andean cultures

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Discover the fascinating civilizations of ancient Peru, from the pyramids of Caral – built over 4,300 years ago – all the way to the rise, around 1200 A.D., of the largest empire in South America history: the Incas.

These industrious societies left behind spectacular cosmologies, languages, myths, architectural wonders, textiles and ceramic artifacts. Their legacy stands as an invaluable contribution from Peru to humanity’s cultural heritage, enthralling experts the world over and attracting millions of visitors every year