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.