essay

The new cultural contexts of Tiahuanaco

huari administrative structure : prehistoric monumental architecture and state government • Washington, D.C. • Published In 1991 • Pages: 259-280

By: Arellano L., Jorge.

Abstract
Most of this article is a review and report on the architecture and ceramics of Tiahuanaco and therefore is not indexed. However there is a small section on the Tiahuanaco and Huari connection. Stone masonry at Tiahuanaco is more impressive than the stonework at Huari. Both sites share stone lined underground chambers, which according to Arellano were most likely used for storage. This architectural similarity suggests to Arellano a closer connection than one of just religious or commercial exchanges. He reiterates the hypothesis that Tiahuanaco and Huari were northern and southern capitals of one empire.
Subjects
Comparative evidence
Acculturation and culture contact
Masonry
Architecture
External relations
tradition
Huari
HRAF PubDate
2003
Region
South America
Sub Region
Central Andes
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Ian Skoggard ; 2002
Field Date
1984
Coverage Date
Middle Horizon
Coverage Place
Bolivia and Peru
Notes
Jorge Arellano L.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 279-280)
LCCN
89023354
LCSH
Indians of South America--Antiquities--Peru