Archaeologists have confirmed parts of a Chinkana tunnel network beneath Cusco—realizing ancient legends of a labyrinth beneath the city. Recent geophysical surveys have revealed passages near the Coricancha Temple (Temple of the Sun) extending toward key areas of the former Inca capital, with multiple entrances and passages supporting historic narratives of an underground network beneath the city.
Chincana Underground Tunnel Network Linking Coricancha and Sacsayhuamán
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Key facts
- Researchers confirmed an underground tunnel (Chincana) connecting the Coricancha Temple to Sacsayhuamán.
- The tunnel system includes 13 known entrances and at least three main passages.
- Excavations reveal multiple levels, some extending over 100 m deep.
- The network aligns with historic legends of a labyrinth beneath Cusco.
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