Chan Chan Archaeological Zone
World Heritage
Peru
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The Chimú Empire, with Chan Chan as its capital, reached its peak in the 15th century, shortly before it was conquered by the Incas. This sprawling city was the largest in pre-Columbian Americas, and its planning reflected a strict political and social strategy, characterized by its division into nine "castles" or "palaces" that formed independent units.
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