Lower Lima Ridge I — Lima (56-18)

Why it mattersLower Lima Ridge I — Lima (56-18) at Lima, Peru is a Classical (regional) pyramid of the Classical tradition, built c. 2500 BCE for ridge and associated settlem

Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.

Built

c. 2500 BCE

Period

Classical (regional)

Culture

Classical

Purpose

Ridge and associated settlement

Excavation

Partially excavated

1. c. 2500 BCE

   Initial construction / first occupation at Lower Lima Ridge I — Lima (56-18)

2. 19th–20th century

   Excavation and research at Lower Lima Ridge I — Lima (56-18)

• Lower Lima Ridge I — Lima (56-18) Main Pyramid Feature

  pyramid

  Primary pyramid feature at Lower Lima Ridge I — Lima (56-18) – central ridge and associated settlement element with stratified deposits

  12.2839° S · 76.7639° W

• Lower Lima Ridge I — Lima (56-18) Secondary Enclosure

  enclosure

  Ancillary enclosure/wall line at Lower Lima Ridge I — Lima (56-18) defining settlement or ritual space

  12.2840° S · 76.7639° W

• Lower Lima Ridge I — Lima (56-18) Outlier Rock Art Panel

  rock art

  Outlier cup-mark/petroglyph panel linked to Lower Lima Ridge I — Lima (56-18) ceremonial landscape

  12.2838° S · 76.7640° W