| Record | OBS-0657 |
|---|---|
| Category | Unexplained/Lost Civilizations |
| Status | PARTIALLY SUBSTANTIATED |
| Summary | Anthony Aveni observed that the lines converge at points where surface water enters river valleys or at elevated land between streams, suggesting they marked ideal ritual locations for water-related ceremonies. |
| Origin | Proposed by Professor Anthony Aveni, an astronomer and anthropologist, based on his studies of the Nazca Lines. |
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| Evidence / consensus | Aveni's observations are supported by mapping and hydrological studies, but the interpretation remains one of several plausible explanations. |
Sources are external and provided for verification. Listing does not imply the Observer endorses their claims.