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Saqsaywaman, Inca fortress in Cusco, Peru

Sacsayhuamán is a citadel on the northern outskirts of the city of Cusco, Peru.

The fortress was constructed during the reign of Pachacuti (1438–1471) and his successors.

It's a significant part of the Inca Empire and holds great cultural importance to the people of Peru.

The site is open to tourists and offers stunning views of the city below.

Its walls are built with massive stones, some weighing as much as 200 tons.

Location: Cuzco

Source: Wikimedia

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Saqsaywaman Inca fortress in Cusco, Peru

Sacsayhuamán is a citadel on the northern outskirts of the city of Cusco, Peru.

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Saqsaywaman
Saqsaywaman Inca fortress in Cusco, Peru
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Muyuq Marka Archaeological site in Peru

Muyuq Marka is a circular set of ruins located within the Sacsayhuamán complex.

Peru 155 m
Muyuq Marka
Muyuq Marka Archaeological site in Peru
Peru 155 m
Cristo Blanco Statue in Peru

The Cristo Blanco is a towering statue of Jesus Christ overlooking the city of Cusco.

Peru 485 m
Cristo Blanco
Cristo Blanco Statue in Peru
Peru 485 m
Pukamuqu

Peru 503 m
Pukamuqu
Peru 503 m
Salesian School of Cusco Educational institution in Peru

The Salesian School of Cusco is renowned for its quality education.

Peru 535 m
Salesian School of Cusco
Salesian School of Cusco Educational institution in Peru
Peru 535 m
Casa de Mateo Pumacahua Cultural heritage site in Peru

Peru 584 m
Casa de Mateo Pumacahua
Casa de Mateo Pumacahua Cultural heritage site in Peru
Peru 584 m
Colcampata Archaeological site in Peru

Colcampata is situated above the Inca city of Cusco.

Peru 632 m
Colcampata
Colcampata Archaeological site in Peru
Peru 632 m
Iglesia de San Cristobal Church in Cusco

The Iglesia de San Cristóbal is a prominent church situated on a hill overlooking the city of Cusco.

Peru 662 m
Iglesia de San Cristobal
Iglesia de San Cristobal Church in Cusco
Peru 662 m
Casa Ochoa Raa Cultural heritage site in Peru

Peru 692 m
Casa Ochoa Raa
Casa Ochoa Raa Cultural heritage site in Peru
Peru 692 m
Calle Saphy Historic street in Peru

Calle Saphy is a well-preserved example of Inca and colonial urban design.

Peru 745 m
Calle Saphy
Calle Saphy Historic street in Peru
Peru 745 m
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