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The ruins of Chavin de Huantar are amazing. According to the guide, the society of Chavin de Huantar was obsessed with the number 7. The main plaza measures 49 meters by 49 meters (perfect square of 7). Apparently, they got to measure the size of the Earth and from there calculated a measuring unit identical to the meter. I noticed that the plaza and the main temple are perfectly aligned to the north and south on each side. There are several interesting galleries and labyrinths on site as well. Additionally, there is an altar stone that has perfect correlations with the Orion Constallation. In it, the high priests viewed the constalation reflected in the water filled holes in the rock.
Written Oct 11, 2002
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For those with claustrophobia, may I suggest a nap for a few hours later we passed through the Cauisin tunnel at 4550 meters above sea level. It's not that long, but since it was constructed at such a high elevation is probably one of the highest tunnels of its kind in the world.
Written Oct 11, 2002
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As you can see from the picture, there is a Natural Map of Peru on the mountain side a few meters past the Laguna Querococha.
Written Oct 11, 2002
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On the way to Chavin de Huantar, we stopped at the beautiful lake of Querococha, which lies at an altitude of 4000 meters above sea level. The water is crystal pure, no doubt a remenant of ancient glaciers and rivers that ply the valley up in the Andes. Take your pace though for up there it's hard to breath.
Written Oct 11, 2002
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I took a tour from Huaraz to Chavin de Huantar. I can't remember the exact price, but judging on how low my budget in Peru was at the time I reckon it was for under $20 USD for the whole day, maybe less. Trust me, it's worth every penny!
Written Oct 11, 2002
Chavín de Huántar is an archaeological site containing ruins and artifacts originally constructed by the Chavín, a pre-Inca culture, around 900 BC. The site is located 250 kilometers (160 mi) north of...
The temple complex of Chavin de Huantar was build around 900 BC and contains Temples A, B and C, the Circular Plaza, the Old Temple and New Temple. The Old Temple is a structure of the labyrinthine...
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