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Star Design, Nazca Lines, Ica, Peru, 2015. Creator: Luis Rosendo
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Star Design, Nazca Lines, Ica, Peru, 2015. Creator: Luis Rosendo
The Nazca Lines are a series of large ancient geoglyphs in the Nazca Desert, in southern Peru, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Scholars believe the Nazca Lines were created by the Nazca culture between 500 BCE and 500 CE
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Created Geoglyphs Large Luis Rosendo Nazca Culture Nazca Desert Peru Southern The Nazca Lines Unesco World Heritage Site
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This print showcases the intricate "Star Design" geoglyph from the famous Nazca Lines in Ica, Peru. Created by Luis Rosendo in 2015, this image transports us back to ancient times when the Nazca culture left their mark on the vast desert landscape. The Nazca Lines are a remarkable collection of large geoglyphs etched into the barren terrain of southern Peru. These enigmatic creations have puzzled scholars for centuries, and they were rightfully designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Believed to have been crafted between 500 BCE and 500 CE by the skilled hands of the Nazca people, these geoglyphs hold immense cultural and historical significance. The Star Design featured in this photograph is one such example that continues to captivate modern-day explorers. As we gaze upon this stunning artwork captured by Luis Rosendo's lens, we can't help but marvel at its grandeur and precision. The symmetrical arrangement of lines forms an elaborate star shape that stretches across the desert floor, leaving us awestruck at how such intricate designs were achieved without any aerial perspective. This print serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with our past and reminds us of our responsibility to preserve these ancient wonders for future generations. It invites us on a journey through time, connecting us with those who came before us while igniting our curiosity about their purpose and meaning.
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