Wooden sculptures, bizarre ancient tombs are found in Peru
Add a discovery of newly discovered archaeological relics in Peru that surprised international archaeologists.
Add a discovery of newly discovered archaeological relics in Peru that surprised international archaeologists.
Accordingly, archaeologists working at the location of Chan Chan ancient city in Peru announced on September 28 that they have found 4 wooden sculptures and a strange ancient tomb.
Archaeologists say these wooden statues are about 70 centimeters (27.6 inches) long and the first part has a strange mysterious mask.
In addition, there is a bone of a man in the grave holding a landmark with a breast height.
Current archaeological circles continue to survey as well as further in-depth analysis of these new artifacts and relics.
It is known that Chan Chan is a UNESCO world heritage site located on the northern coast of Peru near the city of Trujillo today.
Historically, Chan Chan was the capital of the Kingdom of Chimu and flourished in the 15th century before being invaded by the Incas.
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