Pacopampa, Archaeological site in Chota Province, Peru
The Pacopampa complex spans 1.5 kilometers with nine buildings constructed from carved and polished stone at an elevation of 2140 meters.
Archaeological investigations since 1930 have revealed a monumental ceremonial center dating from 1200 to 500 BC in the northern highlands of Peru.
The site contains tombs of elite religious leaders, including a priestess buried with gold earrings and a priest interred with ceremonial seashell instruments.
The National University of San Marcos and the National Museum of Ethnology of Japan maintain ongoing excavation projects at the archaeological site.
Researchers discovered a religious leader buried face down with open arms and crossed legs in a circular tomb layered with ash and black earth.
Location: Cajamarca Department
Location: Chota Province
Elevation above the sea: 2,140 m
GPS coordinates: -6.33389,-79.01310
Latest update: May 12, 2025 02:58
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