Huchuy Qosqo

Huchuy Qosqo
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Huchuy Qosqo is an Incan archaeological site in Peru's Sacred Valley, at 3,650 m elevation[1]. Its name means "Little Cuzco" in Quechua[1]. The site sits 3 km west of Lamay town, overlooking the valley[1]. Previously known as Caquia Xaquixaguana or Kakya Qawani, it was likely established as a royal estate by Inca Emperor Viracocha around 1420 AD[1].

TypeCity/town/settlement
Period500 - 1000 AD
CountryPeru
Coordinates13.3660° S, 71.9450° W

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