Detected more than 2,200 pieces of pottery and pre-Inca period objects

Preliminary archaeological research shows that these are tools used by the ancients for hunting, farming and household use.

On June 13, Bolivian authorities announced the discovery of more than 2,200 pre-Inca pottery and stone pieces on a construction-run road between the southwestern Oruro state and the capital La Paz.

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Antiquities were found inside the tomb of the Inca civilization at the archaeological site of Mata Indio in the region of Lambayeque, Peru.(Source: AFP / VNA).

According to a reporter in South America, Director of Bolivian State Highway Administration Edwin Gonzales said construction workers have discovered more than 1,940 ceramic pieces and 258 pieces of stone and antique items.

Preliminary archaeological research shows that these are tools used by the ancients for hunting, farming and household use. These pieces of pottery and ancient objects date back to the pre-Inca period between the years 1000-1,400 AD and the colonial period.

In addition, Bolivian archaeologists also discovered here 25 ancient funeral towers 'chullpas' made from mud, used by pre- Columbian tribes to bury royal, military, and religious followers. rich people.

Mr. Gonzales said the business has given the ancient relics to the local government for research and display at the museum.

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