Near the Zapallal oval in Lima's northern Puente Piedra district, funerary contexts of the pre-Hispanic Chancay culture have been found.
This discovery was made by Cálidda's team of archaeologists while conducting rescue work on historical remains before laying the gas network.
According to Jesus Bahamonde, the professional in charge of this work who spoke to the Official Newspaper El Peruano, the remains belong to two subadults —aged between 10 and 18— and a young woman around 25 years old.
The latter is believed to have the best-preserved funerary offerings.
Chancay and the sea
Bahamonde mentioned that these pre-Hispanic burials correspond to an ancient cemetery.
The archaeologist reported that in the early 20th century, this site north of Lima was documented photographically as a burial ground.
However, due to extensive urbanization, much of the funerary context has been lost.
The recently discovered woman had fishing implements, such as wooden floats for nets, suggesting that she was engaged in this activity.
"This discovery is relatively close to the sea, a step away from Ancon (district). The Chancay people had a very close relationship with the sea," Bahamonde indicated.
The fisherwoman's funerary offerings include a geometric tricolor-style pitcher and another in the traditional Chancay black-on-white style.
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Published: 6/20/2025