Landmarks - Gran Saposoa Discovery

Explorers in Peru's Amazon jungle uncovered an ancient city, possibly home to 10,000 people, dating back 1300 years. The city, part of the Chachapoya culture later conquered by the Incas, features well-preserved graveyards and intricate carvings. The 2004 El Dorado expedition expanded understanding of the Grand Saposoa, the oldest Chachapoyas settlement. The Chachapoyas, known for their unique burial practices, were described by Spanish conquistadors as a fair-skinned warrior tribe. The discovery adds to Peru's rich archaeological history, including Machu Picchu, attracting global interest.

What was the estimated population of the ancient city discovered in Peru's Amazon jungle?

• 20,000 people

• 15,000 people

• 10,000 people

• 5,000 people

Which culture is believed to have inhabited the newly discovered city complex?

• Incas

• Maya

• Chachapoya

• Aztec

What unique feature is associated with the burial practices of the Chachapoya?

• Burial in pyramids

• Burial in stone tombs

• Burial in underground caves

• Burial on high cliffs

Who was responsible for mapping the newly discovered area in Peru?

• Hiram Bingham

• Gene Savoy

• Francisco Pizarro

• Thor Heyerdahl

Which archaeological site discovered by Hiram Bingham is South America's best-known?

• Nazca Lines

• Machu Picchu

• Sacsayhuamán

• Chan Chan