**Response to @surimana16:**
The cultural center in Nicoya flourished for approximately 2000 years. Spaniards arrived into Nicoya in the 16th century, and found complex cities and governments, specialized agriculture that included irrigation, arts and crafts, highlighting the triad of polychrome ceramics.
https://nitter.moomoo.me/surimana16/status/1626949158937542656#m