Las Heras Department

Historical heritage sites in Las Heras Department

This collection features significant archaeological sites along the Qhapaq Ñan, the ancient Andean road system recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Located in the high Andes of Mendoza, these locations include "tambos"—Inca waystations and storage facilities—such as Tambo de Ranchillos and Tambillos. The list also highlights the historic Christ the Redeemer of the Andes monument, situated at 3,832 meters on the border between Argentina and Chile, alongside preserved sections of the original stone-paved mountain trails.

Historical Heritage Sites — Map

A

Ruinas Inca (Tambillitos)

Inca waystation located along the Qhapaq Ñan road system in the Uspallata Valley.

B

Ruinas Inca (Tambo de Ranchillos)

UNESCO World Heritage site featuring stone foundations of an Inca administrative and residential center used for logistical support.

C

Camino del Inca

Preserved section of the ancient Andean road system that connected the Inca Empire across the high mountain passes.

D

Huellas de un campamento Inca (Cienaga Yalguaraz)

Remains of a temporary Inca settlement and campsite situated near high-altitude wetlands.

Alpertron / Public domain

E

Christ the Redeemer of the Andes

Christ the Redeemer of the Andes is a monument high in the Principal Cordillera of the Andes at 3,832 metres above mean sea level on the…

F

Ruinas Inca (Tambo de Tambillos, sector III)

Structural remains of an Inca waystation used by travelers and messengers navigating the southern Andean routes.

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