Tiwanaku

11 artifacts · 200 CE – 800 CE · architecture (4) · artifact (3) · spiritual (2) · people (1) · art (1)

In the highlands of Bolivia, the Tiwanaku civilization thrived with its impressive architectural achievements and rich spiritual life. The objects displayed here illustrate their complex society, religious practices, and the artistic legacy that still resonates in the Andes today.

The Collection

• Kalasasaya — 200 CE · architecture
• Viracocha — 200 CE · people
• Titicaca — 200 CE · spiritual
• Bennett Monolith — 373 CE · artifact
• Tiwanaku — 400 CE · architecture
• Akapana — 500 CE · architecture
• Ponce Monolith — 500 CE · artifact
• Staff God — 500 CE · art
• Pachamama — 500 CE · spiritual
• Pumapunku — 536 CE · architecture
• Gate of the Sun — 800 CE · artifact