Wichqana, Archaeological site in Ayacucho, Peru.
Located on the western slope of Uma Urqu mountain, Wichqana features stone structures, ceremonial centers, and ancient agricultural terraces covering multiple levels.
The site functioned as a ceremonial center from 1200 to 800 BC during the Kishka Pata Period, displaying architectural elements similar to Cerro Secchin.
Archaeological excavations revealed five female skulls with cobblestones arranged in semicircles above them, indicating specific ritual practices of the ancient inhabitants.
Visitors can reach the site through local roads connecting to main highways in Ayacucho, with professional guides available for detailed archaeological explanations.
The inhabitants developed advanced farming methods, cultivating potatoes, ocas, ullucus, and maca while maintaining herds of llamas and alpacas in the mountain environment.
Location: Ayacucho
GPS coordinates: -13.13333,-74.21111
Latest update: March 28, 2025 06:21
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