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While the Nazca Lines in Peru have gained global fame, their ground images, known as geoglyphs, stretching hundreds of meters and created around 2,000 years ago, have also captivated UNESCO, earning recognition as a World Cultural Heritage in 1995.
Geoglyphs portraying various animal species
Recently, scientists have stumbled upon a colossal 37m-long cat drawing on a plateau while clearing the way for an observatory. According to Johny Isla, the lead archaeologist for Nazca Lines, he believes that the drawing predates the Nazca culture and dates back to the late Paracas era (from 500 BCE to 200 CE). The dating is based on a comparative analysis of symbols. During the Paracas era, distinct depictions of birds, cats, and humans were prevalent and easily comparable.
Since its discovery, the image of the cat has been meticulously cleaned and well-preserved.The cat image has been carefully restored and is now securely housed after its initial unveiling.Theo writes for the BBC
