Archaeologists have discovered a 5,000-year-old pyramid structure from one of world’s oldest civilisations.
The ancient pyramidal building was found in “sector F” of the Chupacigarro archaeological settlement in Peru which is one kilometre west of the Sacred City of Caral-Supe, a World Heritage site.
When found, the area was covered by a small group of dry huarango trees and undergrowth, as reported by Need To Know.
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But by removing the bushes, stone walls that make up at least three superimposed platforms were revealed.
It is thought that the building was a pyramid at some point in its life, due to the quadrangular shaped stones and central staircase that would have once allowed access to the top of the building.
It is also located with other archaeological settlements in the area, belonging to the Caral civilization which historians estimate to be 3000-1800BC.
The buildings differ in size, orientation and formal characteristics, which could correspond to functional factors.
The Ministry of Culture said: “In each building, several construction phases can be recognised, in which the techniques, materials, design, use of space, decoration and architectural elements characteristic of this period vary.
“The research in this new building will allow the team from the Caral Archaeological Zone, led by Dr. Ruth Shady, to learn about the complete urban layout of the Chupacigarro urban centre.
“And will complement the enhancement of this settlement, so that it can be visited.”
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