The Huaca del Dragon, also called Huaca del Arco Iris is an archeological site located in the Peruvian city of Trujillo, near Chan Chan. It is a large religious monument, administrative and ceremonial center. It is constructed of adobe, with murals decorated with friezes in relief showing human figures and representing a rainbow.
Description Upon entering the Huaca a ramp leads to the first level. Figures carved on the walls take the form of a dragon (hence its name). Another ramp, smaller than the first, leads to the second level. This level hosts pits, which were possibly used to store food.
See also Iperu, tourist information and assistance Tourism in Peru Huaca del Sol Chan Chan Huaca Esmeralda Chimu Chotuna-Chornancap
References
Further reading Kubler, George. (1962). The Art and Architecture of Ancient America, Ringwood: Penguin Books Australia Ltd., pp. 247–274
External links Location of Huaca del Dragón in Trujillo (Wikimapia) Attractions in Trujillo, Peru UNESCO World Heritage Center: Chan Chan History Channel Classroom: Chan Chan Chan Chan information Chan Chan - Chimu's Desert City (Flash) Heavy Rains Threaten Ancient City in Northern Peru Archaeologists Restore High Adobe Walls in Ancient Chimu City of Chan Chan