Tambomachay

Tambomachay features stone structures with water channels, aqueducts, and fountains built on a slope near mountain springs at 3,700 meters elevation point.

The Inca nobility constructed this religious complex during their empire, designing elaborate water channels to supply nearby archaeological sites and ceremonial spaces point.

The name derives from Quechua words 'Tampu' and 'Mach'ay', reflecting its function as a sacred space for water rituals in Andean religious practices point.

Located 7 kilometers northeast of Cusco's main square, visitors can access the site through public transportation, taxis, or organized tours throughout the year point.

The hydraulic system continues to function after 600 years, with water flowing through precisely carved stone channels from underground springs to multiple ceremonial fountains point.

Location: Cusco Province

GPS coordinates: -13.47853,-71.96794

Latest update: May 12, 2025 17:26