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In 1911, a local guide's mountain route led to a discovery that made Machu Picchu famous worldwideHiram Bingham's 1911 journey revealed Machu Picchu to the world. Local guides shared vital knowledge, leading Bingham to the ancient Inca r...
In 2006, archaeologists unsealed a Peruvian tomb and found a tattooed woman buried with war clubs and gold crowns, revealing a powerful woman from a lost civilizationArchaeologists unearthed a tattooed woman, the Lady of Cao, in Peru. Her burial revealed she was a powerful Moche leader, not a sacrifice. ...
Scientists believe they finally understand the purpose of Peru’s mysterious mountain holesArchaeologists have uncovered the true purpose of Monte Sierpe in Peru. This ancient site, featuring thousands of small pits, served as a v...
5,000 Holes on a Peruvian Hillside? Why Scientists Now Think This Was an Ancient Accounting SystemThousands of small holes carved into a hillside in Peru's Pisco Valley, initially a mystery, are now believed to have functioned as a large...
What Secrets Lie Hidden in Peru’s 4,000-Year-Old Cosmic Mural?Archaeologists unearthed a vibrant 4,000-year-old mural in Peru's Supe Valley. This artwork features raised designs and depicts birds, fish...
Machu Picchu train line crash kills 1, injures at least 30 touristsTwo tourist trains collided near Machu Picchu on Tuesday, resulting in at least one fatality and around 30 injuries. The crash, which occur...
1,000-year-old child mummies discovered by archaeologists in Lima's sacred ceremonial groundThe discovery took place in what was once a sacred ceremonial space in one of Lima's oldest neighbourhoods. Researchers suggest that the ch...
Eight mummies & pre-Inca objects discovered in Peru's capital LimaThe city also has more than 400 larger archaeological sites that have turned up scattered through the urban landscape.
Archaeologists unearth 3000-yr-old tomb of a priest at PeruDubbed the 'Priest of Pacopampa' referring to the highland archaeological zone where the tomb was found, the priest was buried under six la...
New archaeological discovery sheds light on ancient cultures: 4,000-year-old polychrome wall found in Northern PeruArchaeologists have discovered an ancient polychrome wall in northern Peru that is estimated to be over 4,000 years old. The wall, believed...
Peru: Students find 3,000-year-old in garbage dump in LimaA three-thousand-year-old mummy has been found in the Latin American country of Peru under a garbage dump.
12,00-yr old mummy of teen found in PeruNext to the mummy the team found a stone weapon, a plate, a copper needle, and remains of textile, corn and chili.
500-year-old ceremonial bath found in central PeruThe bath was found at the House of the Inca.
For 100 years, we have been calling Machu Picchu by the wrong name. New study uncovers historyThe Inca citadel, built in the 15th century, is a major tourist attraction.
Lima museum displays ancient Peruvian mummy from 800-1200 ADCeramics, vegetable remains and stone tools were found with the mummy.
The pandemic closes Machu Picchu - againSixteen million Peruvians will be in lockdown during two weeks of the lockdown.
Machu Picchu is finally reopening to tourists on SundayThe site will have a limited 30% admission capacity in compliance with biosafety measures.
Loaded with history, colour and culture, Lima is Latin America’s best-kept secretKnown as the City of Kings, Lima was the capital of Spain’s South American empire for 300 years.
- Ancient Peru's cranial surgeons highly skilled: Study
New York, June 9 (IANS) The survival rate for cranial surgery performed by Inca surgeons in ancient Peru was twice more than those during t...
Tours move beyond 'been there' with onboard expertsA new segment, the expert-led travel, is born and food, archaeology , wildlife, adventure, art and photography are among the most sought-af...