Tipon Archeological Site Peru Guide: History, Hiking, Facts, Maps, and Tours
Tipon is located near Oropesa, south of Cusco, a prime example of the Inca civilization’s knowledge of agriculture and hydraulic engineering. The place was built over five hundred years ago, under Pachacuti Inca Yupanqui’s reign. With an estimated area...
Sun Gate Peru Guide: Tours, Hiking, Maps, Buildings, Facts and History
What is the Sun Gate History? The remarkable history behind The Sun Gate takes us back to Perus’ past era around the 15th Century A.D.; we find some incredible architectural marvels built by the Inca people – notably known for being so advanced and elegant...
Phuyupatamarca Peru Guide: Tours, Hiking, Maps, Buildings, Facts and History
Phuyupatamarca is a remarkable archaeological site located in the Andes Mountains of Peru. Phuyupatamarca, which means “Town Above the Clouds” in the Quechua language, was an important Inca settlement during the height of the Inca Empire. It is situated...
Patallacta Peru Guide: History, Hiking, Facts, Maps, and Tours
Patallacta, also known as Llaqqtapata, is a fascinating site along the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru. This archaeological complex comprises terraces, buildings, and agricultural areas used for administrative and farming purposes during the Inca Empire....