Fuerte de Samaipata

World Heritage

Bolivia (Plurinational State of)

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The archaeological site of Samaipata consists of two parts: the hill with many carvings, believed to be the ceremonial center of the old town (14th-16th centuries), and the area to the south of the hill, which was the administrative and residential area. The huge carved rock overlooking the town below is a unique testimony to pre-Hispanic traditions and beliefs, unparalleled anywhere in the Americas.

# Archaeological sites

# Ceremonial Center

# Old Town

# engraving

# Administrative and residential areas

# Pre-Hispanic traditions