Expanded across Nazca, Peru, is a variety of geometrically etched lines on the surface of the earth. These colossal geoglyphs, called Nazca Lines, make in a single, continuous line, displaying an elaborate array of designs of animals, plants, and geometric shapes. These etchings, spread across the Peruvian desert to the coastal plain, are believed to be created by the ancient natives of the Nazca culture. These mysterious lines have grabbed the attention of the archeological community, as well as the public. Because its origins still remain unclear, many theories as to why and how these incredibly intricate lines came to be: from spaceship landing strips created by aliens, to the possibility that they were part of a religious ritual performed by that Nazcas. .
One speculative claim that rose to prominence was a theory presented by Erich von Däniken, a Swiss author, who argued that extraterrestrial beings affected the Nazca culture by producing these massive engravings for the purpose of being used as a runway for spaceships. Racist implications can be made because of some people's belief that there could be no possible way that the people of the Nazca culture had the knowledge and tools to create enormous impressions on the earth and order to support their beliefs is by establishing the existence of aliens. Another claim, which is well accepted in the academic community, is from Johan Reinhard, an archaeologist who is famous for his discovery of the Inca mummies in the Andes, claimed that these Nazca Lines were created by Nazca's very own ancient natives as sacred paths for the religious worship of deities in order to promote the fertility and water source of their crops. Despite the fact that the precise meaning of these geoglyphs shrouded in mystery, Reinhard's theory continue to be a more plausible and credited than von Däniken ridiculous claim of the existence of aliens and UFO spaceships due to the archaeological and historical data.
Peru Peru is located on the western border of South America. ... There are no permanent crops in Peru. ... The Nasca arose from the Paracas, whose legacy includes the Nasca lines. The Nazca lines are giant drawings in the sand that are so huge the only way the whole drawing can be seen, is from the sky. ... Zigzagging lines indicate a river, lightenin, or a winding path. ...
Peru Peru is located on the western border of South America. ... There are no permanent crops in Peru. ... The Nasca arose from the Paracas, whose legacy includes the Nasca lines. The Nazca lines are giant drawings in the sand that are so huge the only way the whole drawing can be seen, is from the sky. ... lines indicate a river, lightenin, or a winding path. ...
We will be traveling to the beautiful, diverse country of Peru. ... As a group we will travel to Peru to further these current developments. ... It also houses important tourist areas such as Nazca-Paracas, the Chan Chan Fortress and Sipan's Tomb in Lambayeque. ... It is the most extensive but least populated region of Peru. ... Globalization has had major impact on the environment of Peru. ...
There are five Patron Saints from Peru. ... In Peru they are mostly Roman Catholics. The only other religion in Peru is protestant. ... Another holiday celebrated on June 28-29 in Peru is Fiestas Patrias which is the date of Peru's independence. ... In Peru the literacy rate in 1998 was 94.3%. ...
Nation Building in Peru Nazanin Panahi From 1879 to 1883, a war between Peru and Chile engaged in war for the control of nitrate deposits in southern Peru. This war nonetheless helped define the role of lower class Peruvians in national construction. ... The economic and social situation of Peru was in shambles after its separation from Spain. ... These complex lines of alliances became even more complicated during the war with Chile. ... Recognized or not, Peruvian peasants proved themselves worthy of citizenship. ...
This campaign targeted the poor women from rural areas of Peru. ... The Florristan Women's Center is Peru's largest Women's group. ... Many of the Peruvian people are outraged with these events. ... The Peruvian reports confirm that the U.S. was right to pull funding of this campaign. ... The issue in now on the front lines and many have made it their committment to educate the women on the risks of these sterilization proceedures. ...
Ancient Peruvian Ceramics of the North Coast March 11, 1997 The first pottery pieces found in Peru were made somewhere between 1500 and 1000 b.p. ... But the evolution of Peruvian pottery becomes somewhat confusing and complex after this first civilization of potters. ... The forms are compact with little suggestion of action, and details are often rendered in incised lines. ... Some slip painting was done and the simple designs were sometimes accented by incised lines. ... The ceramics were decorated in flowing, expressive lines and the modeled vessels showed attention to individual detaile...
Peru is a country in South America located on the West Coast. ... Family is a very important part of Peruvian life. ... But Spanish officials still controlled Peru by defeating the many revolts by the Peruvian people. ... Perez was the president of Peru until 1990. ... In 1990 Peru's a new president was elected. ...
