But a new collaborative study of archaeological groups from the Andes region of South America suggests that being part of a centrally organized state society is only part of the equation.

It dates back to the Late Archaic Period of the Central Andes and is the oldest centre of civilization in the Americas. Exceptionally well-preserved, the site is impressive in terms of its design and ...

In 2007, while searching for signs of ancient human inhabitants of the Andes mountain range ... in excavations at one of the oldest archaeological sites in South America. Quebrada Jaguay, which dates ...

The Amazon River is the longest in South America, and the second longest river on Earth after the Nile in Africa. The source (start) of the Amazon River is in the Andes Mountain range in Peru.

The amphibians are at the mercy of mining operations that are destroying their ecosystems, but local communities throughout South America are ... The northern Andes Mountains are a key glass ...

South America, with its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and rich history, has long been a top destination for ...

The focus of research is on the Andes regions of Chile, Peru and Ecuador ... The scientific findings and results will be shared with cooperation partners in the specific South American countries ...