nov 15, 900 BC - Chavin de Huantar
Description:
It is an archeological/culture site in the Andean highlands of Peru
Birthplace of ancient “mother culture”
Cultural expressions found at Chavin most likely didn’t originate in the place, but can be seen as coming into their full force there.
Visual legacy would persist long after site’s decline in approximately 200 BCE
Has motifs and stylistic elements traveling to Southern highlands and to coast.
The location of Chavin makes it more a more special place
Temple built there became important pilgrimage site that drew people and their offerings from far and wide
10,330 ft (3150 meters) in elevation
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