Ancient Peruvians

Ancient Peruvians were diverse civilizations that thrived along the Pacific coast, in the Andes mountains, and on the Amazon rainforest from around 3000 BCE to the 16th century. Notable cultures include the Norte Chico civilization, the sophisticated Wari and Tiwanaku empires, and the powerful Inca Empire, which unified a vast territory before Spanish conquest. They developed advanced agriculture, impressive architecture like Machu Picchu, and intricate textiles and metallurgy. Their societies were complex, with distinct social structures, religious practices, and innovations that had lasting impacts on the region’s history and culture.