June 5, 2015

Two Chavin Gargoyles Found in Chaupimarca, Pasco

Two stone Chavin era gargoyles have been found on a buried town wall in Pasco, Peru. It could show that the Chavin culture began in this area. Farmers told the researchers about the buried walls near the town. The Chavin era was 1200-200 BCE.

Peru This Week has the short report here with a good photo;
http://www.peruthisweek.com/news-two-chavin-gargoyles-found-in-chaupimarca-pasco-106545

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