The Peruvian Ministry of Culture recently revealed the archaeological site of Penico after eight years of research and conservation.
The 3500-year-old “City of Social Integration” is located in the province of Horala, dating back to 1800 B.C. Its geographical location is “to enhance monuments of its buildings, prevent floods and landslides, and promote interaction and communication,” said the Peruvian Ministry of Culture.
The ancient city is likely a peak activity that connects Pacific coast culture with the Andes and Amazon’s trade hub, the same as early civilizations in the Middle East and Asia. Peñico is located in the northern province of Baranca Reuters.
Ruth Shady, director of the Carl Archaeological District (ZAC), and archaeologists who led the research to the site said Reuters Peñico is important because experts believe the city emerged after climate change destroyed Caral civilization.
“Because of its strategic geographical location, it connects the coast, the Supe and Horala mountains and those living in the Andes-Amazonian territory and the High Andes region,” said a press release from the Peruvian Ministry of Culture.
The city center is built at an altitude of 1,970 feet. So far, 18 buildings have been identified, including the Peruvian Ministry of Culture that has been described as “primary and minor public buildings and residential complexes.”
A major public administration building, identified as B2, is “the most important in the history of the Penico city”, a famous design for the conch shell trumpet pututus depicted on the walls of the Quadrilateral Hall.
In addition to making sounds that can be heard over a long distance, Prutu was also used to convene meetings, announce important events, and is considered a symbol of social significance in Andean society. The conch shell trumpet is also considered an important ritual for the gods.
The buildings identified as B2 also contain “important” archaeological discoveries, including sculptures made from human-like figures, animal figures and ritual objects. Necklaces, beads are made of different materials; and a wide variety of stone products, including grinders, crushers, anvils and hammers.
The news that the website opens the tourism industry was announced at a July 3 press conference.
Zac also organized the first Peñico Raymi to be held on July 12. The traditional Andes festival will host various cultural events, including rituals and festivals to commemorate the goddess Pachamama (Quechuan’s “Mother Earth”).
