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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Ninamarca, meaning 'fire village' in Quechua, is an intriguing archaeological site located in the Cusco Region of Peru, near the village of Ninamaca. Positioned at approximately 3,000 meters above sea level, this site is home to about 30 chullpas, which are pre-Inca tombs or funerary towers. These structures, found atop a mountain, provide significant insights into the mortuary practices of pre-Inca Andean cultures. Dating back to the Late Iron Age and extending into the Early Post-Classical Period, Ninamarca offers a glimpse into the architectural innovations and religious beliefs that preceded the Inca civilization. Its strategic location and unique funerary architecture underscore its cultural and historical importance.
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