Entity: NAZCA-LINES
The Nazca Lines are a series of ancient geoglyphs created in the Nazca Desert of southern Peru between 500 BC and 500 AD, consisting of over 700 intricate designs visible from the air.
NAZCA LINES
Etymology
The origin of the word 'Nazca' could come from various Quechua words such as Nanascca, Añasca, or Nasqa, each with different meanings related to suffering, skunks, or historical figures.
Definition
The Nazca Lines are a series of ancient geoglyphs created in the Nazca Desert of southern Peru between 500 BC and 500 AD, consisting of over 700 intricate designs visible from the air.
Historical Context
The Nazca Lines were made by people making depressions or shallow incisions in the desert floor, removing pebbles to reveal different-colored soil beneath. The purpose and exact methods of creation are still debated among scholars.
Cultural Significance
Some theories suggest that the Nazca Lines served as a measuring instrument to establish a solar calendar, while others propose that they were designed for religious rites and processions. The intricate designs and sheer scale of the geoglyphs continue to fascinate researchers and visitors alike.
Related Concepts
The Nazca Lines are often compared to other ancient geoglyphs and mysterious archaeological sites around the world, such as the geoglyphs of the Atacama Desert in Chile or the Stonehenge monument in England.
See Also
A group of over 700 geoglyphs made in the soil of the Nazca Desert in southern Peru, created by removing pebbles to reveal different-colored soil beneath.