Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Honcopampa, also known as Joncopampa, is an archaeological site located in the Ancash Region of Peru, specifically within the Carhuaz Province and Aco District. Situated at an elevation of approximately 3,500 meters, this site is recognized as one of the most important in the Callejón de Huaylas. The name 'Honcopampa' likely derives from Ancash Quechua, with 'hunqu' meaning swamp and 'pampa' meaning plain, suggesting the area's geographic characteristics. Although specific archaeological features and periods are not detailed in the available text, the site's significance is highlighted by its status within a sparsely populated area. Further research and excavation could provide more insights into the site's historical and cultural context.
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