Pikillacta: The Archaeological Gem of the Andes
🌎 Discover Pikillacta: The Archaeological Gem of the Andes with Peru Latin Tour Welcome to Peru Latin Tour ! We invite you to embark on a unique journey to Pikillacta , an impressive pre-Inca city that takes us back to one of the oldest civilizations of the Andes, the Wari . With our tours, you will have the opportunity to uncover its ancient secrets and explore its stunning stone and adobe architecture. 🔎 What is Pikillacta? Pikillacta, which means "The Town of Fleas" in Quechua, is an archaeological site of great importance in the Southern Valley of Cusco . It was built by the Wari civilization between the years 100 and 1200 A.D. and is distinguished by its massive walls and unique architecture, which served as a model for later Andean cultures, such as the Incas . 📍 Location of Pikillacta: Only 30 km from Cusco Located in the district of Oropesa (Quispicanchi province) , Pikillacta is just 30 kilometers southeast of Cusco, at about 3,350 meters above sea le...