The Archaeological Complex "Huaca Pucllana" was an Administrative and Ceremonial Center of the Lima Culture, asociety that developed at the Peruvian Central Coast between 200 AD and 700 AD.
This is adobe ceremonial center was likely built around 500 A.D. during the culrural hight of Lima´s history. Much of the site has been restored and excavation continue to uncover artifacts and the occasional mummy.
The Huaca Pucllana was described and studied by travelers and explorers since the 19th century. The real professional investigations only started in the middle of the 20th century when the top of the pyramid was exposed. In 1981 permanent works on the archaeological complex including excavations and conservation revealed the importance of the "Huaca Pucllana". The "Instituto Nacional de Cultura" (Peruvian Cultural Institute) and the "Municipalidad de Miraflores" (Municipality of Miraflores) signed an agreement in 1991 that allowed the "Huaca Pucllana" to become a historical and cultural park.
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