Lima: Discover Caral civilization with lunch

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ID: GYG542982-938020
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Country: Peru

Duration: 10:00 hours


Description

See the pyramids of Caral, discovered in the first half of the 20th century, the oldest in the Andes with 5,000 years old.
07:00 Departure from Lima.
We move north to Chico towards the Supe Valley, where Caral is located.
The Caral culture developed between 3000 and 1800 BC. C. that is, it was contemporary with other primitive civilizations such as those of Egypt, India, Sumeria, China, but unlike them it developed in complete isolation. In America, it is the oldest of the pre-Hispanic civilizations, surpassing the Olmec civilization by 1,500 years, another important civilizational focus located in Mesoamerica.
Due to its extension and monumental complexity, Caral must have undoubtedly been the head of the entire network of populations in the Supe Valley. What held the population of Caral together was presumably religion, which would be the means of social cohesion and coercion. Religion would be the conduit through which the State controlled the population, the production of goods and their circulation. This is inferred from the presence of large religious monuments (pyramids or temples) with their plazas, atriums and altars of sacred fire or hearths, where the various festivities of the ceremonial calendar were held, a symbol of their cultural identity. The periodic meetings and joint activities such as the renovation of the pyramids They allowed the recognition of power and strengthened cultural identity.
At the end of the tour we will have lunch at a restaurant in the city of Huacho.
18:30 Return to your hotel.

Highlights

  • Caral is among Peru's most impressive ruins and makes a popular full day trip
  • Learn about Inca and pre-Inca culture from an expert local guide.
  • Enjoy an enriching cultural experience focused on history and architecture

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pickup from hotel in Miraflores or San Isidro, hotel accommodation outside this area, we will set a meeting place.
Pickup from hotel in Miraflores or San Isidro, hotel accommodation outside this area, we will set a meeting place.
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Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.