Akapana, Pre-Columbian pyramid in Tiwanaku, Bolivia
The Akapana structure rises 16.5 meters high with a base measuring 257 meters wide and 197 meters broad, forming a monumental earthen platform at Tiwanaku.
Archaeological research indicates that Akapana reached its architectural peak between 375 and 700 AD before declining around 1000 AD due to regional environmental changes.
The pyramid contains stone drains and an oval depression at its summit, suggesting ritual ceremonies involving water management and astronomical observations.
Visitors can observe the red sandstone blocks, massive megaliths, and architectural features while exploring the archaeological complex that includes nearby Kalasasaya compound.
Excavations at Akapana revealed human craniums interpreted as war trophies, indicating complex religious practices connected to warfare or ancestor worship.
Part of: Tiwanaku
GPS coordinates: -16.55600,-68.67280
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:34
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