Archeologists uncover untouched 600-year Chimu-linked tomb in La Libertad Peru
Archeologists just found a tomb that had been untouched for 600 years in La Libertad, Peru, linked to the ancient Chimu kingdom.
The site hadn't been disturbed for centuries and contained the remains of 38 people, along with traces of red pigment, possibly cinnabar, a material that was sacred to the Chimu.
Researchers find intact Chimu burial goods
This tomb gives us a rare peek into how the Chimu buried their elite.
Inside, researchers found weapons, metal emblems, and 60 ceramics showing some Inca influence. There were also gold, copper, and shell objects.
Archaeologist Jorge Meneses, head of the Investment Project of the Chan Chan Archaeological Complex, called it "What we knew came from looted platforms. Today we have the historic opportunity to study individuals and artifacts intact after 600 years," especially since finds like this are so rare and untouched.