Paracas Candelabra

The Paracas Candelabra, also known as the Candelabra of the Andes, is a significant prehistoric geoglyph situated on the northern face of the Paracas Peninsula at Pisco Bay in Peru. This monumental geoglyph, measuring approximately 600 feet in height, is carved two feet deep into the soil and is visible from as far as 12 miles at sea. Pottery fragments found in the vicinity have been radiocarbon dated to around 200 BCE, suggesting a connection to the Paracas culture. The geoglyph's design and its relation to other notable geoglyphs like the Nazca lines highlight its cultural and archaeological importance in the region. In 2016, it was recognized as a national heritage site by Peru, underscoring its significance and the need for its preservation.