The Chimu, a pre-Incan civilization that stretched through much of coastal Peru between 900 and 1460 A.C. They worshiped the moon, engaged in human sacrifices as an honour and built a vast city, Chan Chan, in present-day Trujillo. The town used to cover 20 km squared, but the crumbly walls that remain are a poor testament to the former might of their people. It is still a very impressive sight.
View of the temple.
Excavations, renovations-- its still being built!
A frieze that represents the changing tides.
Corridor. Don't get lost in this temple-- there is but one entry and exit...
Me in the middle of the temple.
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