Ruins of Chavin de Huantar

Ruins of Chavin de Huantar, Peru

From series “The Most Mysterious Constructions of the Planet”

In Peru there are the remarkable buildings, which are also worth seeing for the most experienced tourists. Above all, ruins of the old town of Chavín de Huántar must be mentioned. They are located on the territory of the region of the same name, which the locals have always held for their own unique and magical powers. The old town of Chavín de Huántar was founded 327 year BC. On most of the city were the temples and the sacred buildings.

Ruins of Chavin de Huantar, Peru
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Ruins of Chavin de Huantar, Peru For many years, the ancient city served as a place for carrying out the complicated sacral rituals and sacrifications, as the numerous artefacts discovered during the excavation. Here the forces drew the shamans. Locals now believe that the hike through the ruins lends magical powers. In the center of the archaeological complex are now two temples, in the inner courtyard of which the sacred monuments and obelisks are hidden.

Like other prehistoric buildings, Chavín de Huántar is remarkable for its architecture. The city temples admire with the size and the used building materials. The interior of the temple is also very complicated. Through the long labyrinths of corridors, visitors can only walk in the company of the guide. The history of discovering this ancient city is unusual. Chavín de Huántar was found by one of the local farmers. In the field of agriculture, he noticed the peculiar stones with chiselled rock drawings. The area discovered by the farmer has attracted researchers and archaeologists from all over the world for more than a century. Next - Coral Castle

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Useful staff nearby

Car rental office: 'Alquiler camionetas: Andes Renta Car Huaraz' is located in 38 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Grifo Chavín De: Orestes Braulio Peña Alfaro' in 0.8 km
Supermarket: 'Novaplaza' in 38 km
Parking: 'Garaje Rodion' in 39 km
Apotheek: 'Fasa' in 39 km
Police station: 'COMISARIA RURAL CHAVIN DE HUANTAR' in 1.02 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'EL GRANERO' in 38 km

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