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Archaeological Breakthrough in the Amazon

A team of archaeologists has uncovered a 3,000-year-old city deep in the Amazon rainforest, fundamentally altering our understanding of ancient civilizations.

Ancient City Discovered in the Amazon

Deep in the Amazon basin, researchers from the University of Helsinki have uncovered the remains of a sophisticated ancient civilization that pre-dates previously known settlements in the region by several centuries.

Archaeology South America

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Unearthing a Lost Civilization

The city, believed to date back over 3,000 years, features advanced irrigation systems, defensive structures, and a complex social hierarchy, suggesting a much earlier timeline than previously assumed for Amazonian urban life.

Advanced Infrastructure

The discovery reveals massive raised platforms, terraced earthworks, and large canal systems. These indicate that the society was highly organized and capable of large-scale agriculture.

Key Events in the Discovery

2024-08 Initial satellite surveys revealed unusual patterns beneath the rainforest canopy.

2025-01 On-ground excavation started with the discovery of the first architectural remains.

2025-06 Breakthrough uncovered an ancient plaza and stone tools confirming human activity 3,000 years ago.

2025-09 Global recognition by leading archaeologists who acknowledge this as a groundbreaking find.

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