Wanakawri (Cusco)
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For the archaeological site in the Huánuco Region, Peru, see Wanakawri, Huánuco.
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]
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Wanakawri | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 4,089 m (13,415 ft)[1] |
Coordinates | 13°35′40″S 71°54′20″W |
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Language of name | Quechua |
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Location | Cusco Province, Cusco Region, Peru |
Parent range | Andes |
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Wanakawri was one of the most important wak'as of the Inca culture.[2]