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Nazca Lines: Geoglyphs of Ancient Peru
Flourishing from approximately 200 BCE to 600 CE, the Nazca civilization is well known for its geoglyphs etched into the desert floor. The purpose and meaning of these monumental figures remain a topic of scholarly debate, drawing interest in their potential astronomical or ceremonial functions.
Ancestral Puebloans: Masters of the American Southwest
The Ancestral Puebloans, prevalent in the Southwestern United States, are renowned for their cliff dwellings and sophisticated agricultural practices. Cultural achievements are represented through their intricate pottery and ceremonial sites, enriching the understanding of this complex society before their eventual decline in the late 1200s.