Tiwanaku

States
Bolivia
Category
Cultural
Year
2000
Location
Province of Ingavi, Department of La Paz
Region
Latin America & Caribbean
Coordinates
-16.55833333, -68.67778
Last Visited
2024
UNESCO ID
567
WH Site
567
Tiwanaku

Tiwanaku, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Bolivia, is an ancient pre-Columbian archaeological site renowned for its monumental stone architecture and cultural legacy. Flourishing between 300 and 1000 CE, it features the iconic Gateway of the Sun, massive monoliths, and intricate carvings, reflecting the sophistication of the Tiwanaku civilization. Recognized by UNESCO in 2000, it offers insight into one of South America’s earliest urban societies. The site remains a powerful symbol of Bolivia’s indigenous heritage.

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