If we think long vacant archaeological sites in South America, it is likely that an increase in the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and go to the first ideas that are coming. In fact, the Machu Picchu is a destination in the world, let alone Peru. However, there are some incredible ruins in South America over the ancient citadel hill.
Bolivia is the quiet middle child in South America, Central Peru, Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina and Chile. With many dynamic area is also one of the most underrated. One of the most interesting is Pumapunku Bolivia (part of the site of Tiwanaku), a large temple complex remaining Tiwanaku civilization, not far from Lake Titicaca. The site dates from somewhere between the fifth and seventh century and is probably a religious and ceremonial center. Evidence has even been found pointing to human sacrifice as part of the tradition of Tiwanaku. As visitors walk the grounds and admire the great carved blocks, geometric stone hard to imagine what ancient civilization mysteriously disappeared since the 11th Century. [Read more...]
Tags: Archeology