Huaca San Marcos, Archaeological pyramid in Lima District, Peru
The monument extends 332 meters in length and reaches 32 meters in height, featuring five main platforms connected by ramps and staircases.
The Lima Culture constructed this pyramid between 200-700 AD using small adobe bricks called adobitos, marking their architectural advancement in the region.
Archaeological excavations revealed multiple ceremonial spaces, including the Recinto de los Postes with vertical posts and Recintos de las Tinajas containing large clay vessels.
The site sits between Colonial Avenue, La Marina Avenue, Universitaria Avenue, and Faucett Avenue, within the grounds of Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos.
The structure contains evidence of multiple architectural phases, with each platform serving different functions through staircases, terraces, and ceremonial areas.
Location: Lima province
GPS coordinates: -12.06016,-77.08666
Latest update: March 12, 2025 16:08
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