The space dates back to 2000 BCE and was used to record astronomical phenomena.

Archaeologists have discovered a two-story circular structure linked to astronomy and marine observation at the fishing settlement of Aspero, belonging to the Caral civilization on the Peruvian coast.

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The Caral culture, considered the oldest in the Americas, flourished in the Supe Valley of the Lima region between 3000 and 1800 BCE.

The discovery, led by Dr. Ruth Shady, dates back to 2000 BCE and reveals a space used by specialists to record astronomical phenomena and their relationship to the natural environment.

This knowledge allowed them to make decisions about fishing, shellfish gathering, and trade with agricultural populations in the Supe Valley, demonstrating the integration of productive activities with astronomical observations.

Research suggests that the inhabitants observed the sun, moon, and stars to anticipate changes in tides, weather, and marine resources, all of which were essential factors in planning their economy.

David Palomino, director of Aspero, explained that the oval, double-level structure includes a huanca, a vertical stone used in the Andes to measure time, spatial references, and solar rituals.

The structure is located in a high area, near pyramids and temples, where elite burials have been found that reveal links with Andean and Amazonian peoples, which demonstrates networks of cultural exchange.

In 2025, the tomb of a young girl was discovered with textiles, a macaw feather mantle, an inlaid toucan beak, and agricultural products from the highlands.

At the moment, a multidisciplinary team is evaluating architectural orientation, stratigraphy, and materials using radiocarbon dating to refine the chronology and astronomical knowledge of Caral.

teleSUR: JP

Source: EFE

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