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More than 300 new Nazca Lines have been discovered in Peru.
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The ancient Nazca Lines were likely created between 500 B.C. and A.D. 200.
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Artificial intelligence played a role in discovering the new Nazca Lines.
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The area of the Nazca Desert spans roughly 170 square miles.
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The most bizarre new Nazca Line shape was a 100-foot-long whale.
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Study Notes
Discovery of Nazca Lines
- Over 300 new Nazca Lines discovered in Peru, revealing diverse geoglyphs previously unseen.
- New shapes include abstract humanoids, “decapitated heads,” various domesticated animals, fish, birds, a cat, and a possible “ceremonial scene.”
- A particularly unusual shape is a 72-foot-long (22 meters) “killer whale holding a knife.”
Method of Discovery
- The new geoglyphs were uncovered in just six months using advanced artificial intelligence (AI) techniques.
- This new find nearly doubles the total known geoglyphs in the Nazca region.
Characteristics of Nazca Lines
- The Nazca Lines are large geoglyphs situated in a 170-square-mile (440 square kilometers) area of the Nazca Desert in Peru.
- Created between 200 B.C. and A.D. 500 by the Nazca culture, a pre-Incan civilization.
- The geoglyphs were made by removing the dark pebbles covering the desert surface, exposing lighter soil which formed various shapes.
Significance
- These ancient artworks showcase the Nazca civilization's creativity and their unique methods for altering the landscape for artistic expression.
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Description
Explore the recent discoveries of over 300 new Nazca Lines in Peru, highlighting unique geoglyphs such as abstract humanoids and unusual animal forms. This quiz delves into the role of artificial intelligence in uncovering these ancient artworks and their significance in archaeology.
