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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The Toquepala Caves, located in the southern Andes of Peru, are significant archaeological sites known for their Paleolithic rock paintings. Situated at an elevation of 2,200 to 2,800 meters, these caves were seasonally occupied by gatherer-hunters around 7,650 BCE. The most famous cave, Abrigo del Diablo, contains over 50 rock paintings depicting scenes of human figures engaging in guanaco hunting, using tools such as axes and spears. The paintings, primarily using red hematite pigment, reflect the artistic and cultural practices of the Upper Paleolithic period. These caves provide valuable insight into early human habitation and artistic expression in the region, showcasing the interaction between prehistoric communities and their environment.
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