Chavín culture

The Chavín culture thrived in the Andean highlands of Peru around 900 to 200 BCE. It is known for its impressive stone architecture, complex religious symbols, and distinctive art featuring jaguars, snakes, and human-animal hybrid figures. The Chavín people likely served as a spiritual and cultural center, influencing surrounding regions through trade and shared religious ideas. Their advancements in craftsmanship and ceremonial practices reflect a sophisticated society with a deep connection to nature and the spiritual world, laying foundational elements for later Andean civilizations.