Paquimé
- States
- Mexico
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 1998
- Location
- Municipality of Casas Grandes, State of Chihuahua
- Region
- Latin America & Caribbean
- Coordinates
- 30.37583, -107.95556
- Last Visited
- Not visited yet
- UNESCO ID
- 560
- WH Site
- 560
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The Archaeological Zone of Paquimé, Casas Grandes, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mexico, showcases a remarkable pre-Columbian settlement from the 13th and 14th centuries. This ancient city, built by the Mogollon culture, features sophisticated adobe architecture, including multi-story buildings, ceremonial spaces, and an advanced water management system. Its unique blend of Mesoamerican and Southwestern influences highlights its role as a major trading hub, offering insights into the cultural complexity of the region before European contact.
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