Long ago, at the Paracas Peninsula in Peru, archaeologists discovered hundreds of elongated skulls in 1928. These skulls are evidence of a unique custom of the ancient Paracas civilization, where they would shape infants’ heads by tightly binding them, creating a distinct elongated shape.
The Paracas believed this practice held deep cultural and social significance, possibly related to religious symbols or social status. Today, these skulls continue to intrigue scientists as they try to uncover the cultural and religious meanings behind this ancient custom.
