Hatun Uchku

Also known as: Jatun Uchco, هاتون اوتشكو

Hatun Uchku is a cave with archaeological and paleontological remains in Peru [1]. It was declared a National Cultural Heritage by Resolución Directoral No. 441/INC on May 23, 2002 [1]. Hatun Uchku is situated in the Huánuco Region, Ambo Province, Ambo District, about 500 m south of the main square of Ambo, at a height of 2,206 metres [1].

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TypeCave
Period< 4500 BC
CountryPeru
Coordinates10.1317° S, 76.2020° W

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