Wanakawri (Cusco)
Archaeological site in Peru From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Archaeological site in Peru From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Wanakawri (Quechua, also spelled Guanacaure, Guanacauri, Huanacaure, Huanacauri, Wanacaure, Wanacauri, Wanakaure, Wanakauri) is an archaeological site[2] and a legendary mountain in Peru. It is situated in the Cusco Region, Cusco Province, in the districts San Jerónimo and San Sebastián, and in the Paruro Province, Yaurisque District.[3][4] The mountain with the archaeological remains is 4,089 metres (13,415 ft) high[5] and one of the highest elevations near Cusco.[4]
Wanakawri | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 4,089 m (13,415 ft)[1] |
Coordinates | 13°35′40″S 71°54′20″W |
Naming | |
Language of name | Quechua |
Geography | |
Location | Cusco Province, Cusco Region, Peru |
Parent range | Andes |
Wanakawri was one of the most important wak'as of the Inca culture.[2]
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