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Excavation
Excavación
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The Mystery of the Nazca Lines

Learn more about the mysterious Nazca lines in Peru.

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The Mystery of the Nazca Lines

Learn more about the mysterious Nazca lines in Peru.

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The Nazca Lines are an archaeological mystery located in the deserts of Peru. Spanning 30 miles, these strange geoglyphs depict complex and detailed figures of animals, humans, plants, and other shapes that have been carved into the ground. There are over 800 lines, 300 geometric figures, and 70 animal and plant designs.

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