La Ciudad Perdida y la Civilización Tairona

Where is the Lost City located, and when was it discovered?

• In the Peruvian Andes, discovered in 1911.

• In the Colombian Sierra Nevada, discovered in 1972.

• In the Amazon rainforest, discovered in 1890.

• In the mountains of Mexico, discovered in 1950.

Who built the Lost City and what were they known for?

• The Incas, known for their pottery.

• The Mayans, known for their astronomy.

• The Tairona people, known for their goldwork and textiles.

• The Aztecs, known for their sacrifices.

What architectural elements stand out in the Lost City, demonstrating a high level of urban planning?

• Great pyramids and sphinxes.

• Terraces, squares, paths, and circular plazas.

• Underground aqueducts and public baths.

• Defensive walls and watchtowers.

What is believed to have been the purpose of the circular plazas in the city?

• Markets for trade

• Ceremonial centers

• Residential areas for the elite

• Defensive fortifications

What was a significant factor in the disappearance of the Tyrona civilization?

• Sudden climate changes

• Internal conflicts between tribes

• The arrival of the Spanish and the diseases they brought with them

• A massive volcanic eruption