Waqrapukara

The stone fortress stands at 4,140 meters above sea level, featuring two distinct rock formations that rise from its central structure at the edge of Apurimac Canyon.

Built by the Qanchis people around 800 CE, the site later became an Inca sanctuary with finely carved stone walls, stairways, and ceremonial platforms.

The annual Waqrapukara Festival celebrates the Qanchis resistance through regional dances and cultural performances near the archaeological structures.

The archaeological site requires a two to four hour hike from Aqokunka village, with local guides recommended due to the remote mountain location.

Triple-jamb doorways throughout the complex indicate ceremonial purposes, differentiating it from other archaeological sites in the Cusco region.

Location: Cusco Department

Opening Hours: 24/7

GPS coordinates: -14.02029,-71.69322

Latest update: May 11, 2025 18:05