Evidence of human habitation: cave, walls, and megalithic blocks. A wall structure was identified along the site, providing evidence of human habitation A cave or chinkana (Andean term for underground passage) was explored at Q'asa Pata Carved steps lead into the cave, which may have partially collapsed like a dolmen
At Cajarumi, evidence of habitation includes a wall structure and a chinkana (Andean term for underground passage) at Caja Rumi, accessed by carved steps leading into a large carved stone/underground room. Nearby, a perfectly cut rectangular block with smooth surfaces and precise right angles was found partially buried, with straight lines suggesting deliberate megalithic construction.
Key Facts
- A wall structure was identified along the site, providing evidence of human habitation
- A cave or chinkana (Andean term for underground passage) was explored at Q'asa Pata
- Carved steps lead into the cave, which may have partially collapsed like a dolmen
- A perfectly cut rectangular block with smooth surfaces and precise right angles was found, partially buried
- Straight lines and a jointed rock edge near the cave suggest deliberate megalithic construction
Related site: Q'asa Pata — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.
Source: 14,000 FT ANCIENT MYSTERY: Impossible Megalithic Lids & Scoop Marks at Cajarumi by Earth Explorer