Evidence of past seisms in Cusco (Peru) and Tzintzuntzan (Mexico): cultural relations

Abstract

[ENG] (Evidence of ancient seisms in Cusco, Peru and Tzintzuntzan, Mexico and their cultural relations) At first sight the ancient pre-Columbian cultures seem to have had no awareness of seisms. Purhepecha and Andean cultures nevertheless not only show awareness of these, but also similitude between their anti seismic building techniques. This work exposes clear evidence of coseismic ruptures found In Cusco and in Tzintzuntzan-Patzcuaro. More profound research could nevertheless be helpful to reveal sceneries which are for their most part unknown to current generations.