Sechin Bajo, Archaeological site in Casma District, Peru
The archaeological complex contains stone buildings, circular plazas, and ceremonial structures spread across multiple excavated areas in the Casma Valley.
Excavations in 2008 revealed a circular plaza dating to 3500 BCE, making Sechin Bajo one of the earliest architectural structures in the Americas.
The stone carvings at the site present detailed depictions of human figures and ceremonial elements that indicate the religious practices of pre-Columbian societies.
The archaeological site maintains regular visiting hours and requires walking through uneven terrain to access different sections of the ancient structures.
The deep architectural layers of Sechin Bajo contain evidence of multiple construction phases spanning over 2000 years of continuous human occupation.
Location: Ancash Department
Location: Casma Province
GPS coordinates: -9.46500,-78.26540
Latest update: May 14, 2025 04:04
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