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Awkimarka, Archaeological site in Tomay Kichwa District, Huanuco Region, Peru.

The stone structures of Awkimarka spread across the mountainous landscape at an elevation of 4,000 meters in the Andean highlands.

This pre-Columbian settlement contains architectural elements that demonstrate the engineering capabilities of ancient civilizations who inhabited the Huanuco region.

The name Awkimarka derives from Quechua language, combining 'Awki' meaning prince or grandfather with 'marca' signifying a settlement or village.

Visitors can reach the archaeological site through rural roads connecting to nearby communities in the Tomay Kichwa District of Ambo Province.

The site features distinctive stone constructions that researchers analyze to understand the settlement patterns and social organization of early Andean societies.

Location: Peru

GPS coordinates: -10.07731,-76.21392

Latest update: March 22, 2025 11:16

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