Record #00051Human Society archive
Record for the earliest centre of civilization in the Americas based on archaeological dating and characterization.
Current Record
about5,000years old
Current record value
The Sacred City of Caral-Supe is about 5,000 years old.
UNESCO describes it as the oldest centre of civilization in the Americas.
The record conclusion has sufficient verification support.
Verification explanation pending
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