"Uncovering an Early Stone Plaza in the Andes: Anthropological Insights"

University of Wyoming anthropologists have discovered one of the earliest circular plazas in Andean South America, built around 4,750 years ago in the Cajamarca Basin of northern Peru. This monumental stone plaza, constructed with large, vertically placed megalithic stones, represents an early example of monumental and megalithic architecture in the region. The site, known as Callacpuma, is believed to have served as a gathering place and ceremonial location for some of the earliest people in the area, shedding light on ancient Peruvian civilizations. The research, published in Science Advances, provides valuable insights into the cultural heritage of the region and the lifestyles of its early inhabitants.