For over a century, the Nazca Lines in Peru have puzzled archaeologists. These massive geoglyphs, created by the Nazca people between 200 BC and 650 AD, cover vast areas of desert, depicting animals, plants, and tools. Many of these intricate designs, only visible from the sky, have long eluded full understanding.

Now, a collaboration between archaeologists and artificial intelligence (AI) has uncovered 303 new geoglyphs in just six months, doubling the known total. This breakthrough, made possible by AI, has provided fresh insights into the purpose of the lines, which were long debated. As reported by Science Focus, this discovery marks a significant leap forward in solving one of archaeology’s greatest puzzles.

The Power of AI in Archaeology

Researchers, including Prof. Masato Sakai from Yamagata University’s Institute of Nazca in Peru, have partnered with IBM scientists to teach AI how to analyze massive swathes of aerial imagery, identifying previously hidden geoglyphs. This collaboration has significantly accelerated the process, making it possible to conduct surveys…

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