Lima, Peru - Recent Despite being separated by vast oceans and thousands of years, the ancient civilizations of China and Peru share a profound connection - a deep respect for the natural world. In Lima, the Huaca Pucllana, a pre-Inca ceremonial site, stands as a testament to this ancient reverence. Built 1,500 years ago to honor the Apu, or "God of the Sea," it reveals the importance of the ocean to early cultures. This reverence for nature echoes across the Pacific to the ancient Shu people of southwest China. In Chengdu City, once the heart of the ancient Shu kingdom, the Jinsha archaeological site reveals intricate artwork and rituals dedicated to nature. For the first time, that magic is being shared with Peru at a joint exhibition, where some selected artifacts from the ancient Shu civilization, dating back over 4,000 years, are displayed at the Inca Museum in Cusco, in southeastern Peru. The connection to nature continues to resonate in Peru today. Clara Suyo from Peru's southern basin is proud to showcase her heritage at the APEC 2024, which is underway in Peru. Shotlist: Lima, Peru - Recent: 1. Various of archaeological site of Huaca Pucllana; tourists; 2. SOUNDBITE (Spanish, dubbed with English) Gladys Paz Flores, archeologist: "I think most cultures are connected to nature, especially true for Lima culture located just two kilometers from the sea. Symbols like the shark are prominent in the rituals. They would strike the shark's head with a stone to break the vessel as an offering."; 3. Archaeological site of Huaca Pucllana; 4. Various of cultural relics; Chengdu City, Sichuan Province, southwest China - Recent 5. Various of Jinsha Site Museum; 6. SOUNDBITE (Chinese, dubbed with English) Wang Fang, deputy director, Jinsha Site Museum (ending with shot 7): "The Sun and Immortal Birds [is] a powerful symbol of sun worship. Similarly, in Peru, Inca rulers called themselves 'descendants of the sun' and built temples in its honor. It's magical."; 7. Various of cultural relics; Lima, Peru - Recent 8. Murals; 9. Various of indigenous artists making colorful woven fabric; 10. Sign of APEC Economic Leaders' Week; 11. SOUNDBITE (Spanish, dubbed with English) Clara Suyo, indigenous artist (ending with shot 12): "This textile reflects the songs of journeys along the riverbanks. Our textiles are passed down from the Inca times. They're deeply connected to Pachamama, our Mother Earth."; 12. Indigenous artists making colorful woven fabric; 13. Woven flowers; 14. People dancing. [Restriction - No access Chinese mainland]