Cultural Heritage Sites

This collection in the Urubamba province features significant Incan archaeological sites and monuments. It includes Inti Punku, a stone gateway overlooking the valley, and Choquequilla, an ancient shrine centered around a carved megalithic cave. The list also highlights the Pumamarca fortress, a military installation known for its well-preserved stone masonry and terracing, alongside the statue of Manco Ccapac, the legendary founder of the Inca Empire. These sites demonstrate the strategic engineering and spiritual practices of the Andean civilizations.

Inti Punku - Puerta del sol

An Incan Sun Gate located at 3,900 meters above sea level. This stone structure served as a strategic viewpoint and ceremonial entrance, offering direct views of the Sacred Valley and Mount Veronica.

Choquequilla

Also known as the Moon Temple, this Incan huaca features a large carved rock inside a natural cave. The site includes intricate niches and platforms used for religious ceremonies.

Manco Ccapac

A large bronze statue depicting the first Inca ruler, Manco Ccapac. It is situated in the central plaza of Aguas Calientes, serving as a tribute to the founder of the Cusco dynasty.

Ruinas de Pumamarca

A pre-Incan and Incan fortress situated on a ridge overlooking the Patacancha Valley. The site features extensive stone walls, residential structures, and agricultural terraces designed for defensive purposes.

Pumamarca

Strategic archaeological complex featuring well-preserved Incan masonry and storage structures. It served as a military checkpoint and administrative center near Ollantaytambo.