The Paracas culture, flourishing from 800 BCE to 100 BCE along Peru’s coast, is celebrated for its vibrant textiles depicting supernatural beings and animal symbols. These textiles likely held ceremonial significance, connecting the Paracas people to their deities.Paracas burial practices included intricate weaving and mummification, suggesting a strong belief in the afterlife. Their legacy in textile art continues to inspire admiration for ancient Andean spiritual artistry.