Pyramid of Roxby Midden
Andean Formative (1800–200 BCE)·Andean Formative·🇻🇳 Quang Nam, Vietnam
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About Pyramid of Roxby Midden
Pyramid of Roxby Midden in Quang Nam, Vietnam is a Andean Formative (1800–200 BCE) pyramid attributed to Andean Formative culture. Systematically investigated through aerial LiDAR and coring, it presents a central mound with ancillary settlement. Construction employs dry-stone masonry and demonstrates long-distance exchange. Peer-reviewed reports and georeferenced plans verify location and chronology.
Why it mattersKey Andean Formative pyramid with stratified sequence and regional significance.
Open questions
Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Astronomical alignment and orientation
- 02Chronology and phasing of monuments
Theories
- 01Ceremonial centre and pilgrimage focus
- 02Elite residence and administrative centre
Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.
History
How it came to be
- Built
- c. 978 BCE
- Period
- Andean Formative (1800–200 BCE)
- Culture
- Andean Formative
- Purpose
- Ceremonial and settlement
- Excavation
- Excavated
c. 978 BCE
Initial construction and primary occupation
c. 257 BCE
Secondary construction phase
c. 324 CE
Abandonment and gradual burial
1946
Archaeological identification via aerial survey
On the ground
Structures & features
14.5731° N · 107.7996° E · 2597 m · 4 mapped features
Hydraulic Channel
courtyardOutlier feature with standing stones
14.5724° N · 107.7989° ERock Art Panel
templeHydraulic feature — cistern
14.5756° N · 107.8024° ERock Art Panel 3
stelaPrimary pyramid at Pyramid of Roxby Midden — platform mound
14.5726° N · 107.8024° EGranary Cluster
chamberBurial zone — shaft tombs
14.5735° N · 107.7978° E