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The Chavín culture had a wide sphere of influence throughout surrounding civilizations, especially because of their location at a trade crossing point between the deserts and Amazon jungle. For example, Pacopampa , located north (about a 3-week trek) of Chavín de Huántar, has renovations on the main temple that are characteristic of Chavín ...
The site was described by early 20th-century Peruvian archaeologist Julio C. Tello as "the birthplace of South American culture", [4] in recognition of its significance as a center of power for the Chavín culture, which he believed was the oldest in the highlands. Chavín de Huántar is located north of modern-day Lima at the confluence of two ...
Chavin culture. The area of the Chavín civilization, as well as areas with Chavín cultural influence. Chavin culture was an Early Horizon civilization, which arose in 900 BC, and persisted until 200 BC. Its characteristics were intensification of religious cult and appearance of metallurgy and textiles, as well as improvements in agriculture ...
The culture apparently began in the Peruvian highlands and then spread outward throughout the country. The Chavín culture has very distinctive art styles, particularly in effigy pots, a number of which were in feline shapes. Chavin de Huantar was an important ritual centre for Chavin Culture, dating to around 1,500 BCE. [27]
Raimondi Stele. The Raimondi Stele is a sacred object and significant piece of art of the Chavín culture of the central Andes in present-day Peru.The Chavín were named after Chavín de Huantar, the main structure found in ruin at this archaeological site.
The Chavin culture is also noted for the spectacular murals and carvings found its main religious site of Chavín de Huantar; these works include the Raimondi Stele, the Lanzón, and the Tello Obelisk. Contemporary with the Chavín was the Paracas culture of the southern coast of Peru, most noted today for their elaborate textiles. These ...
Pages in category "Chavin culture" The following 10 pages are in this category, out of 10 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
The second classification of Moche ceramics is the creation of Fineline painting on pottery. This artistic style provides a wealth of information regarding life and beliefs throughout the Moche culture. It supplies information on Pre-Columbian daily life, narrative mythology, and ritual practices throughout the region.