Inka Tunuwiri

Inka Tunuwiri (Hispanicized: Incatunuhuiri) is an archaeological site in Peru's Puno Region, located between the districts of Chucuito and Puno, southeast of the village Ichu. The site features a pyramidal hill with sandstone walls, stone monoliths carved in human form, and terraces. Evidence suggests occupation dating to the Pukara culture (500 BC-400 AD), with structural parallels to Pucara in Lampa Province. The Ichu community considers it a sacred ceremonial center where Pachamama offerings are performed during carnival season. The site lies along the Qhapaq Nan (Inca Trail) route and was declared a National Cultural Heritage of Peru.