What is tiahuanaco?

Tiahuanaco, also known as Tiwanaku, is an ancient archaeological site located in the Andean highlands of Bolivia. It is believed to have been a major pre-Columbian civilization and a religious and cultural center between 300 and 1000 CE.

The site contains several impressive stone buildings, including the Akapana pyramid, the Kalasasaya temple, and the Pumapunku temple. These structures are remarkable for their intricate stone masonry and their advanced engineering techniques.

The Tiahuanaco people were skilled in agriculture, textiles, and metallurgy, and they traded with neighboring civilizations. They were also known for their religious beliefs, which included worship of the sun and moon, and the use of hallucinogenic plants in their rituals.

Today, Tiahuanaco is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an important site for archaeological research and tourism. The site has helped shed light on the complex and diverse history of ancient South America.