Ancient City Found in Peru

Scientists found a very old city in Peru. It is called Peñico. The city is 3,500 years old. It was an important place for trade. People from different areas came here to buy and sell things.

The city is near the mountains. It has old buildings made of stone and mud. People who lived there made special things. They made necklaces with seashells. This city helps us learn about people who lived long ago in Peru.