Wari Archaeological Complex

This archaeological complex belongs to the Wari culture that flourished between the 6th and 11th centuries AD. It’s one of the largest urban centers of ancient Peru, covering an area of approximately 2200 hectares. The main buildings are found in a tight nucleus in the urban center. Read more…

Cave of Piquimachay or Pikimachay

The cave has been dated to 20,000 years before Christ and samples reveal two ancient phases of occupation: the Pacaicasa and Ayacucho. Read more…

Vilcashuamán Archaeological Complex

An Inca city dating from the 15th Century, considered one of the most important administrative centers in Tahuantinsuyo. Vilcashuamán, which translates as “Sacred Hawk” was built at a strategic point on the Qapac Ñan road (a royal Inca trail), and reveals a fine architectural design and well preserved remains. Read more…

Pumacocha or Intihuatana Archaeological Complex

These archaeological remains are located to the southeast of the Vischongo district at an altitude of 3126 meters above sea level. The geographical context of the site is in the surroundings of Pomacocha Lagoon, over an area of around 3000m2. The complex was considered a residential zone and a retreat for the Inca elite. Read more…

Caniche Archaeological Complex

Located to the northeast and a few minutes from the city center of Andamarca, Caniche is a large pre-Inca archaeological complex, with stone buildings constructed on a circular base, with slabs secured by a mixed mud mortar. Read more…