Inka Tampu, Huayopata, Archaeological site in Huayopata District, Cusco Region, Peru
The stone structures and agricultural terraces of Inka Tampu stand at an elevation of 2,127 metres in the mountainous Huayopata landscape.
During the height of the Inca Empire, Inka Tampu functioned as a strategic rest station within the network of roads connecting different settlements.
The name Inka Tampu derives from Quechua language, indicating its role as an inn where travelers and messengers stayed during their Andean journeys.
The Ministry of Culture of Peru maintains and protects this archaeological site, which requires guided visits to explore the ancient structures.
Archaeologists study this location to understand the complex logistics system that enabled communication across the vast Inca territory.
Location: Peru
GPS coordinates: -13.00619,-72.55311
Latest update: April 30, 2025 13:09
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