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Andean Civilizations

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Definition: The Andean Civilizations is a term used by archaeologists to refer to any of several civilizations of the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia in South America, including the Inca, Chavin, Moche, Chimu, and Nazca and many others.

This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.

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