Museo Maria Reiche

The María Reiche Museum contains maps, photographs, and archaeological materials documenting the extensive research of the Nazca Lines conducted by Dr. Reiche Newman.

German mathematician María Reiche began studying the Nazca Lines in 1946, dedicating over five decades to measuring and documenting these ancient desert drawings.

The museum exhibits demonstrate how mathematical and astronomical knowledge were applied to understand the purposes of the Nazca geoglyphs throughout history.

Located at kilometer 421.3 of the Pan-American Highway South, the museum stands 27.5 kilometers from Nazca city and maintains regular visiting hours.

The garden adjacent to the museum contains the final resting place of María Reiche, who passed away in 1998 after receiving Peruvian citizenship.

Location: Nasca Province

Inception: 1994

Official opening: 1994

GPS coordinates: -14.68193,-75.13712

Latest update: March 13, 2025 16:33