Amaru Marka Wasi

Amaru Marka Wasi
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Amaru Marka Wasi (also known as Amarumarcahuasi, Salunniyuq, Salunpunku, or Templo de la Luna) is an archaeological site in Peru's Cusco Region, Cusco Province, Cusco District, situated north of Cusco city [1]. The site lies east of Sacsayhuamán, south of Tambomachay and Puka Pukara, near Qenko [1]. Historical records suggest this location may have served as the residence of Amaru Yupanqui, eldest son of Inca ruler Pachakutiq Inka Yupanki [1].

TypeCity/town/settlement
Period1000 - 1500 AD
CountryPeru
Coordinates13.5055° S, 71.9647° W

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