Civilization

Two extraordinary serpent artifacts dating back to almost 3,800 years ago, created from deer antlers and clay, provide a rare insight into how an early civilization in Peru perceived drought, death, and recovery. According to archaeologists, these objects show how serpents or snakes were associated with water, fertility, and rebirth at Vichama, a coastal community whose residents remembered their harsh experiences with nature through their rituals. The discoveries suggest that people did not just endure climate disaster; it was also turned into a legacy for generations to come. Serpents Among the Dead at Vichama The discoveries were announced by Peru’s Caral Archaeological Zone, an agency of the Ministry of Culture, during events marking 19 years of work at Vichama. The