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.
In Chile, the place is going to Monte Verde in the northern tip of Chilean Patagonia. The site is not the usual monuments and temples. Rather it is a small, discreet in a swamp, where they believed that old people will live 20-30. Interestingly, the remains were found of extinct animals, which must have been a part of the diet of the city. Had accepted before its discovery in 1997 that the first Clovis hunters, who were settled on the continent some 12,000 years ago. However, have refuted Monte Verde, this idea because the resources have been made over 14,800 years old.
Finally, as one of the most important recent discoveries in South America, not what is known as the Stonehenge of the Amazon River in the northeastern corner of Brazil. 127 The huge rocks, awkwardly structured is a testament to those who believe the ancient civilizations once lived discerning in the Amazon region of Brazil. The site was in the 19th Century discovered, but it was not until 2005 that were examined. Scientists now believe that their disposal is closely connected with astronomy, stressing that once probably used for ceremonial purposes or as an observatory. According to preliminary estimates from the date Amazon Stonehenge 2,000 years, but it will take some time before the research is in a position to finally confirm.
Tags: Archeology