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When Civilizations End: The Mummies of Peru

The Chiribayain mummies of Peru are discussed in this video.

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Sketches of the World: Chan-Chan (0:36)

Chan-Chan, the ruins of a pre-Colombian city in Peru, is the largest adobe city in the world.

Bridging Gaps: Peru (2:11)

This video describes travel in Peru, including vessels, coaches, and steam trains.

South America Today: Religion and Education in Peru (1:10)

Religious beliefs and educational values bind Peruvian society together.

South America Today: Culture of Peru (1:32)

Social life in Peru is centered on the extended family.

When Civilizations End: The Mummies of Peru (8:01)

The Chiribayain mummies of Peru are discussed in this video.

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South America Today: Peru's City on the River (1:12)

Iquitos is Peru's major port on the Amazon, making it an important connection to the Atlantic Ocean.

South America Today: Peru's Economy and Transportation (2:12)

A lack of practical transportation hampers Peru's economy. Gold and silver make up most of Peru's exports.

South America Today: The Incan Empire in Peru (3:16)

Incan inventions, from water distribution systems to agricultural methods, are still used in Peru today.

South America Today: Peru's Capital City of Lima (2:01)

Lima was built by the Spanish, whose culture still holds a major influence over the city.

South America Today: Peru's History (2:57)

Peru's ancient heritage defines the country today.

South American Geography: Peru's Mummies (5:46)

Learn about the Chirubayans through their tombs, which house not only beautiful artifacts but also well-preserved mummies.

South American Geography: Peru and the Conquistadors (3:27)

The Spanish conquistadors landed in Peru looking for gold, then proceeded to decimate the Incan culture.

South American Geography: Peru (5:55)

Peru's economy is based on its natural resources, including gold and asparagus.

South America: Making a Living in Peru (6:40)

Peru is the third-largest country in South America -- about three times the size of California -- and replete with natural resources. Watch this clip to learn more about how Peru's natural resources have helped to change the work climate in Peru.

South America Today: Peru (21:57)

In this program, discover why tradition is important to the people of Peru, explore the effects of modernization and find out how Peruvians try to incorporate old values and traditions into modern practices.

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