Archive for October 19th, 2009

Lady of Pacopampa: A woman born to rule

Lady of Pacopampa: A woman born to rule

After three years of work in the town of Pacopampa, a team of archaeologists led by Yuji Seki have found the outlines of an ancient temple that would have formed part of a larger complex located 20 minutes from the modern town of the same name. But far more impressive is what they’ve found buried inside the temple. The team discovered the tomb of a woman, whose social position quickly became evident.

October 19, 2009 | Archaeology, Cajamarca Guide

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