Calchaquí

The Calchaquí were an indigenous people of South America, primarily inhabiting northwestern Argentina and northern Chile. They are considered a subgroup of the Diaguita people.12

The Calchaquí were known for being warlike, evidenced by their stone fortifications. They were skilled farmers, cultivating terraced fields and utilizing irrigation canals. They also raised llamas and were adept at weaving textiles, basket making, and pottery. Their technological skills extended to metallurgy, and their religious practices included shamanism for healing. The language affiliation of the Calchaquí remains uncertain.12