Wat'a, Huánuco

Located at 3,843 meters above sea level in the Singa District, Wat'a exhibits remains of pre-Columbian structures across its mountainous terrain.

The archaeological site contains evidence of ancient Andean civilizations who constructed buildings and agricultural terraces in this high-altitude location during pre-Hispanic times.

The structures and artifacts found at Wat'a demonstrate the engineering capabilities of ancient Peruvian societies who mastered construction techniques in mountain environments.

Visitors need to acclimate to high altitude conditions and obtain necessary permits from local authorities before exploring the archaeological remains at Wat'a.

The site features architectural elements that showcase how ancient inhabitants adapted their building methods to work with the steep mountain slopes.

Location: Huanuco

Location: Huamalíes Province

Location: Singa District

Elevation above the sea: 3,843 m

GPS coordinates: -9.35727,-76.81122

Latest update: March 9, 2025 22:39