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Untouched Chimu mausoleum found in Peru, first to escape looters

Archaeologists in Peru discovered an intact mausoleum of the Chimu kingdom, the first burials from this culture to survive centuries of looting. The find offers unprecedented insight into Chimu funerary practices and social hierarchy. Its significance lies in the rare preservation of artifacts and remains, potentially reshaping understanding of the pre-Columbian civilization.

NYT Worldabout 5 hours agoPEengCredibility 57%View source

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