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Huaca Prieta
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Huaca Prieta is the site of a prehistoric settlement beside the Pacific Ocean in the Chicama Valley, just north of Trujillo, La Libertad Province, Peru. It is a part of the El Brujo Archaeological Complex, which also includes Moche (culture) sites.
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![]() Panoramic view of Huaca Prieta | |
Location | La Libertad Province, Peru |
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Region | Chicama Valley |
Type | settlement |
History | |
Founded | ca. 14,500 BP[1] |
Abandoned | ca. 4000 BP[1] |
Cultures | El Brujo Archaeological Complex |
Site notes | |
Archaeologists | Junius B. Bird |
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Huaca Prieta was occupied as early as 14,500 BP, long before ceramics were introduced. It consists of a huge mound of ash, stones, textiles, plants and shells, with some burials and constructions.