Ancient Human Remains Unearthed in Northern Peru

Archaeologists have discovered four 3,000-year-old human remains in northern Peru. The site, believed to be a ceremonial temple, offers insights into the area's cultural evolution. This discovery follows another significant find: 11 high-class skeletons from 800 years ago near Chan Chan, an ancient mud citadel.

Archaeologists have unearthed four sets of human remains believed to be more than 3,000 years old in northern Peru. The discovery was made in a barren stretch of land thought to house a ceremonial temple dedicated to ancient gods.

Feren Castillo, an archaeologist at the National University of Trujillo in Peru and lead researcher on the project, stated that the remains and surrounding walls likely date back 3,100 to 3,800 years. 'This allows us to have a clear idea of the cultural evolution in this area,' Castillo remarked, adding the density of the burial site suggests many more remains could be found.

Peru, renowned for its rich archaeological heritage, was home to the Inca empire more than 500 years ago. Last month, researchers in the La Libertad region announced the discovery of 11 high-status skeletons dating back 800 years near the ancient mud citadel of Chan Chan.

(With inputs from agencies.)