Andean societies were based on agriculture, using techniques such as irrigation and terracing; camelid husbandry and fishing were also important.

The twentieth century saw drastic changes in Andean society and culture.

"Women have always played the dominant role in Andean society," Dr. Ureta said.

In Andean societies textiles had a great importance.

Wamani were then further subdivided into saya, reflecting the largely moietal structure of Andean society.

The Paracas culture was an important Andean society between approximately 800 BCE and 100 BCE, with an extensive knowledge of irrigation and water management.

In many of Valera's documents is he known for defending the Andean society.

Coca leaves were - and still are - part of the fabric of Andean society, and are used both in everyday life and in ceremonies.

Andean societies had llamas and alpacas for the same reasons, as well as for beasts of burden.

The Inca approach to warfare was well organised and disciplined, building on the Andean military societies before it.