Huaca Rajada

Huaca Rajada, also known as Sipán, is a significant Moche archaeological site located in northern Peru's Lambayeque Valley. It is renowned for the discovery of the Lord of Sipán's tombs, unearthed by archaeologist Walter Alva and his team in the late 20th century. The site, dating from approximately 50 to 700 CE during the Late Classical Period, provides invaluable insights into the Moche culture, particularly their burial practices and social hierarchy. The adobe pyramidal tombs contained rich artifacts, including gold and silver ceremonial objects, which showcase the advanced metalworking skills of the Moche artisans. These findings have expanded our understanding of Moche ceremonial practices, such as the Sacrifice Ceremony depicted in various Moche art forms. Despite looting, the artifacts recovered have contributed significantly to the study of Moche civilization.