The remains were buried alongside artifacts believed to be made of human bone and symbols possibly belonging to a cult that worshipped predatory animals.
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Dubbed the Priest of Pacopampa referring to the highland archaeological zone where the tomb was found, the priest was buried under six layers of ash mixed with black earth.
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