Archaeologists discover ancient astronomy lab in northern Peru

[Judi Lynn]

Archaeologists discover ancient astronomy lab in northern Peru
July 23, 2014
Andina

Stone altar engraved with astronomical symbols is 3,500-4,000 years old.



(Photo: Silvia Depaz/Andina)

The archaeological complex of Licurnique, located four hours from Olmos district in Peru’s northern region of Lambayeque, reveals evidence of an astronomical laboratory from the formative stage.

According to excavators, astronomical functions were engraved on rocks that have successfully stood the test of time.

The said archaeological site dates back to 3,500 or 4,000 years ago, and it is worth exploring without a doubt.

In it, archaeologists found a petroglyph that consists of a stone altar, an expression of religious superposition. It details and provides an understanding of Licurnique’s inhabitants.

Furthermore, astronomical observatories were engraved on a flat-surface rock, which were used to track stars and therefore to forecast rain fall for crops and human consumption.

More:
http://www.peruthisweek.com/news-archaeologists-discover-ancient-astronomy-lab-in-northern-peru-103539

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1. Thanks for posting

I love learning how ancient people accomplished so much without the cumulative knowledge we now have. Smart people.

[Hekate]

2. Fascinating! KnR.

[tclambert]

3. Man, their lab notebooks weighed a ton.

[loudsue]

5. But their forecasts were rock solid!

Nice desktop, too.

[niyad]

4. k and r and thanks for posting