Qenko

For the archaeological site in the Puno Region, Peru, see Q'inq'u.

Q'enqo,^[1][2] Qenko,^{[3][4][5][6][7]} Kenko,^{[8][9][1][10][11]} or Quenco^[12] (all from Quechua for "zig-zag")^[13] is an archaeological site in the Sacred Valley of Peru located in the Cusco Region, Cusco Province, Cusco District,^[5] about 6 km north east of Cusco. The site was declared a Cultural Heritage (Patrimonio Cultural) of the Cusco Region by the National Institute of Culture.^[5]

Q'enqo

Monoliths at Qenko
Shown within Peru
Alternative name	Qenqo, Qenko, Kenko, Quenco
Location	Peru Cusco
Coordinates	13°30′38″S 71°58′18″W
Type	Temple
History
Periods	Late Horizon
Cultures	Inca

It is one of the largest huacas (holy places) in the Cusco Region. Many huacas were based on naturally occurring rock formations. It was believed to be a place where sacrifices and mummification took place.^[11]

A tunnel runs inside the huaca with a large gutter on one side, leading to a room containing a ceremonial table with niches on either side. The discovery of many bones within the gutter leads experts to believe this room was the site of ritual sacrifices. One of the niches was used to place mummies while another contained a large silver plate which reflected the sun's rays into the room.

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  Underground shrine

See also

• Amaru Marka Wasi