Cerro Baúl

The terraced mountain rises 2,579 meters above sea level, featuring ancient settlements, ceremonial structures, and agricultural terraces across its steep slopes.

The Wari civilization established this political outpost in the sixth century AD, constructing administrative centers and maintaining control until their departure around 1000 AD.

Archaeological excavations have revealed a brewery, D-shaped temples, elite residences, and evidence of ceremonial feasting areas at the mountain's summit.

A marked trail leads visitors to the summit, where they can examine the remains of Wari architecture and agricultural engineering throughout the mountainside.

The mountain contains a 10-kilometer water canal system from the Torata River, demonstrating advanced Wari irrigation techniques for sustaining life at high elevation.

GPS coordinates: -17.11398,-70.86333

Latest update: March 12, 2025 02:42