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Sanctuary of Pachacamac is one of the most intriguing tourist attractions in Lima. You must visit the great Sanctuary of Pachacamac. Sanctuary of Pachacamac is actually a large pre-Inca temple built around 200 BC. The place was inhabited by an ancient God worshipped by different cultures till the lasts days of the Inca era. If you are a tourist who loves to plunge into the wonderful history, visiting Sanctuary of Pachacamac should top the list of things to do in Lima.
According to many archaeologists and scholars, the Sanctuary of Pachacamac was the main pilgrimage center on the coast of Peru. Sanctuary of Pachacamac is believed to house the most important god, Pachacamac in its great pyramid. It is said that people from all over the Peruvian coast, even from the highlands came to this place to honor Pachacamac. They used to bring along them a number of presents made of gold and silver with the hope of being told what the destiny held for them.
In Sanctuary of Pachacamac, you must visit the great pyramid, going up by the ancient ramps that will lead you to the highest point. From this point, you will have a stunning view of Valley of Lurin and the Pacific Ocean. The Temple of the Sun, built with four platforms with a trapezoidal shape forms another pyramid. The Temple of the Sun was built by the Incas when they expanded their rule on the Peruvian coast. You can recognize the classic Inca style in its architecture. One of the most preserved buildings on the site of Sanctuary of Pachacamac is the Acllahuasi or place of the Chosen Women. It is a religious place dedicated solely to the service of the temples and the manufacture of fine textiles for the nobility. The nearby museum shows remains of the artistic expressions from the various cultures that inhabited the Sanctuary of Pachacamac, such as pottery, textiles and a great carved wood.
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