The AmericasAmericas
Tiwanaku
Tiwanaku was a major Andean state centred near Lake Titicaca in Bolivia, known for its monumental stone architecture such as the Gateway of the Sun. It collapsed around 1000 CE, possibly due to drought.
Key facts
| Dates | c. 600 CE – c. 1000 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | The Americas |
| Continent | Americas |
| Capital | Tiwanaku |
| Religion(s) | Andean religion |
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.