Le patrimoine subaquatique du lac Titicaca, Bolivie

A groundbreaking study challenges the traditional view of pre-Hispanic societies around Lake Titicaca, revealing their deep integration with lacustrine environments. Contrary to being solely 'cultures of the land,' these societies developed sophisticated practices akin to 'cultures of the sea,' including navigation and ritual offerings. The research introduces a novel concept of a 'lacustrine cultural landscape' for the Tiwanaku period (500-1150 AD), demonstrating how Lake Titicaca influenced political, socio-cultural, and ritual dynamics. By synthesizing terrestrial and underwater archaeological data, the study offers a comprehensive reinterpretation of Tiwanaku culture, emphasizing the lake's pivotal role in shaping societal evolution.

(Ed.). (2020). Le patrimoine subaquatique du lac Titicaca, Bolivie. https://doi.org/10.30861/9781407356563