The Chimu civilization was an ancient culture that thrived in northern Peru from around 900 to 1470 AD. They are best known for their impressive architectural achievements, including the city of Chan Chan, which was the largest pre-Columbian city in South America. The Chimu were skilled artisans, creating intricate pottery, textiles, and metalwork, often depicting their religious beliefs and daily life. The Chimu society was organized into a complex political system, ruled by a king known as the Sapa Chimu. They practiced agriculture, utilizing advanced irrigation techniques to cultivate crops like maize and potatoes. The civilization eventually fell to the Inca Empire, which absorbed their culture and territory.