Edited by Weird History Facts, Monday, 1 Apr 2024, 13:25
The
Quimbaya civilization, thriving in modern-day Colombia between the 1st and
10th century CE, left behind a captivating legacy of exceptional gold
artifacts. Known for their sophisticated culture and craftsmanship, the
Quimbaya created intricate objects with symbolic, religious, and ritualistic
significance. The Quimbaya's close connection with nature, reflected in their
art, and their spiritual beliefs, showcased through petroglyphs, contribute to
our understanding of pre-Columbian South American societies.
The controversial Quimbaya
"flying jets" add an intriguing dimension, raising questions
about the civilization's potential knowledge of flight.
The Quimbaya Civilization
The Quimbaya civilization, thriving in modern-day Colombia between the 1st and 10th century CE, left behind a captivating legacy of exceptional gold artifacts. Known for their sophisticated culture and craftsmanship, the Quimbaya created intricate objects with symbolic, religious, and ritualistic significance. The Quimbaya's close connection with nature, reflected in their art, and their spiritual beliefs, showcased through petroglyphs, contribute to our understanding of pre-Columbian South American societies.
The controversial Quimbaya "flying jets" add an intriguing dimension, raising questions about the civilization's potential knowledge of flight.