Some ancient sites defy explanation,built with such precision, scale, or purpose that even modern science struggles to ...

The mummy had gone unnoticed despite urban development in a district where agricultural fields have been converted into ...

The civilization was known for sophisticated urban centers, ceremonial platforms, cliffside burial structures, and ...

Outrage in Peru as ancient site daubed with obscene graffiti Image source, CRIS BOURONCLE/AFP via Getty Images Image caption, The Chan Chan archaeological site draws thousands of visitors each ...

Officials said the ancient city of Kuélap is the most important archaeological site in northeastern Peru. Photo by Peru's Ministry of Culture. High up in the mountains of Peru’s Amazonas region ...

Officials said the ancient city of Kuélap is the most important archaeological site in northeastern Peru. Photo by Peru's Ministry of Culture. High up in the mountains of Peru’s Amazonas region ...

Officials said the ancient city of Kuélap is the most important archaeological site in northeastern Peru. Photo by Peru's Ministry of Culture. High up in the mountains of Peru’s Amazonas region ...

Officials said the ancient city of Kuélap is the most important archaeological site in northeastern Peru. Photo by Peru's Ministry of Culture. High up in the mountains of Peru’s Amazonas region ...