3,000-year-old burials found in Cusco
Experts from the Decentralized Culture Directorate of Cusco (DDCC) have unearthed two human burials — dating back 3,000 years — in Marcavalle archaeological area comprised in South-Andean Cusco region.
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Credit: Andina/Percy Hurtado Santillán |
The bent body features cephalic modifications and was surrounded by a stone structure.
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Credit: Andina/Percy Hurtado Santillán |
The complete skeleton of a young individual — lying on its side — was discovered in the second burial, located a few meters from the first one.
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Credit: Andina/Percy Hurtado Santillán |
"These findings belong to the formative period; that means, approximately 1,000 BC, which confirms Marcavalle holds the first human burials unearthed in Cusco's Valley (...)," the archeologist expressed.
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Credit: Andina/Percy Hurtado Santillán |
Likewise, evidence of a lithic workshop has been discovered, as well as architectural segments composed of chambers, stone walls, and remains of an elevated platform.
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Credit: Andina/Percy Hurtado Santillán |
The project has been scheduled to run thru end-2018, thus researchers will continue to dig in accordance with the inter-institutional agreement signed between the DDCC and Cusco's Superior Justice Court. Both organizations work together to protect Marcavalle's cultural heritage.
Source: Andina [October 25, 2018]
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