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The Nazca Lines are a series of enormous geoglyphs etched into the desert sands of southern Peru, near the town of Nazca. Created between 500 BCE and 500 CE by the Nazca culture, these lines stretch across roughly 190 square miles and depict a variety of shapes, including straight lines, geometric forms, and more than 70 designs of animals and plants—such as a hummingbird, monkey, spider, and a whale.

These geoglyphs are made by removing the reddish-brown iron oxide-coated pebbles that cover the surface of the Nazca desert to reveal the light-colored earth beneath, which contrasts with the darker, untouched ground. The dry, windless, and stable climate of the Nazca Desert has helped preserve the lines for over a thousand years.

The purpose of the Nazca Lines remains one of archaeology's great mysteries. Various theories suggest they could have served as astronomical calendars, ceremonial paths, or markers related to water sources, a critical concern in the arid environment of the Nazca Desert. Others have proposed religious or ritual significance, possibly created to honor gods believed to control weather and water.

Since their discovery in the 1920s (from an airplane), the lines have fascinated researchers and visitors alike. Their exact function is still unknown, but their scale and precision reflect a significant achievement in ancient civil engineering and artistry. Today, the Nazca Lines are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and continue to be studied to unlock more about their origins and meaning.

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