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The 3,500 year-old lost city that thrived during the time of Ancient Egypt
Archaeologists have unearthed a lost city named Peñico in Peru 's northern Barranca province, which thrived 3,500 years ago, contemporary with ancient Egyptian and Sumerian civilisations.
This ancient city likely served as a vital trading hub, connecting coastal South America to the mountainous Andes region through dense forests, developing independently of other early civilisations.
Its strategic location at 600 metres above sea level facilitated trade and exchange, and its discovery is crucial for understanding South American history, potentially emerging after the Caral civilisation.
Researchers have uncovered 18 constructions, including public and residential buildings, with drone footage revealing new structures parallel to the Caral-Supe pre-Columbian society.
Notable findings include a building with sculptural reliefs featuring conch shell musical horns, known as pututus, which were used for long-distance communication and ritual offerings, alongside clay sculptures and ceremonial objects.
