Pyramid Akapana - one of the main attractions of Bolivia, which contributed to the 2000 UNESCO World Heritage List as "evidence of the power of the empire that played a major role in the development of civilization of pre-Columbian America" . Until now, it remains a mystery to researchers as the natives of South America have been able to build a pyramid of stone on a high plateau . After all, some of the stone blocks weigh more than 200 tons . Akapana part of the ensemble of the complex of the ancient city of Tiwanaku . Multi pyramid towered 15 meters above this mysterious place and is adjacent to the semi-subterranean temple . Now at the bottom of the excavation Akapana still going full speed . Once there were found ancient burial skeleton of a man, priest or leader, remains Lama and gold jewelry, the area has become very popular not only with tourists but archaeologists . The find was unique simply because in South America to discover the remains of pre-Columbian intact almost unreal . Visit the Pyramids and the most complex of Tiwanaku, became obligatory route for all who come to Bolivia . Therefore, the authorities decided to throw all forces to restore Akapana . To return to her previous form using adobe . However, experts on the protection of cultural monuments are concerned that the foundation of the ancient pyramids can not withstand the load .
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