Archaeological Discovery is Good News for Peru Tour Operator
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Cusco, Peru, February 18, 2011 --( “We noticed that more people were asking for quotes on tours to the north of the country,” said Escaped To Peru’s Managing Director Gary Sargent, “The vast majority of people usually want to do the archaeological circuit in the south of the country that includes Machu Picchu.” The team at Escaped To Peru attribute this increase to the discovery of a 1200-year-old tomb in the Lambayeque region.“Northern Peru has some incredible archaeological sites to offer ancient culture enthusiasts, including the tombs of Sipan, Chan Chan and the fortress of Kuelap among others,” he continued, “This recent high-profile discovery has brought attention to some of the other ancient sites that Peru has to offer as a tourist destination.” The tomb belongs to a ruler of the pre-Incan Sican culture in the Las Ventanas archeological zone.Carlos Elera, director of the dig, announced that the contents of the tomb included an individual seated on a litter and a funerary bundle, in which has been found in situ a crown, a mask and a series of objects that accompany the body.Also discovered was a gilded copper crown with an attachment of jaguars, a typical pendant worn by the elite in that region, and a mask with winged eyes, spearpoints and arrowheads.Carlos Elera, director of the dig, announced that the contents of the tomb included an individual seated on a litter and a funerary bundle, in which has been found in situ a crown, a mask and a series of objects that accompany the body.Also discovered was a gilded copper crown with an attachment of jaguars, a typical pendant worn by the elite in that region, and a mask with winged eyes, spearpoints and arrowheads.The funerary bundle, along with the other objects, are still in the process of being excavated by archaeologists.Escaped To Peru offer custom designed tours and vacations to all regions of Peru including those sites in the north such as Chan Chan, Sipan and Kuelap.### Contact Information Escaped to Peru Jon Clarke 005184242814 http://www.escapedtolatinamerica.com/english/vacation-quote.html Toll Free USA / Canada 1-800-305-6543 Free Phone UK 0-800-680-0617 Click here to view the list of recent Press Releases from Escaped to Latin America Promote Your Business Press Release Pricing Email this page to a friend