In the heart of the Peruvian territory, we find the Archaeological Complex of Puka Pukara located about 3,850 meters above sea level.\u00a0On the Cusco \u2013 Pisac highway just 7 kilometers from the city of Cusco.\u00a0The purpose of this site was to control the people who came to the city of Cusco.<\/p>\n
On the tour there are several cayantas that served as accommodation for people who passed by to stay one night and continue their course the next morning.<\/p>\n
Observing from the skies you look at a circular platform, giving rise to questions such as why build a circular platform?\u00a0Is it to place offerings on the spirits of the mountains?\u00a0To the Pachamama?<\/p>\n
Well, it is so, The complex was multifunctional, given its religious, astrological functions, control point and a tambo, as a place of accommodation, so it had many enclosures, interior squares, aqueducts, watchtowers and roads.<\/p>\n
It is said that every time the Inca settled down to visit Tambomachay, he was accompanied by a large entourage that stayed in Puka Pukara.\u00a0Because of its appearance they call it fortress.<\/p>\n
Among its secrets, the Andean bear is hidden in the forms of the stones of the great fortress, (given its importance of being protector of the farms) as well as the fish (it helped it to orient itself with the weather, in the rains precisely).\u00a0They are finds that are worth gold for Peruvian culture.<\/p>\n
It adopts its name in Quechua of “Red Fortress”, due to the red color that the rocks acquire during twilight.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, there are underground caves of which it is believed to connect with the Tambomachay.<\/p>\n
In the mysterious and fascinating region of Cusco, Peru, is the enigmatic Puka Pukara Archaeological Complex. This historic site captivates visitors with its unique architecture and intriguing history that evokes the times of the ancient Inca Empire. Located just seven kilometers from the city of Cusco, Puka Pukara is strategically located on top of a hill, offering an impressive panoramic view of the surroundings. Its name, which means “red fortress” in Quechua, reflects its distinctive feature: the dark red rocks used in its construction.<\/span><\/p>\n There are currently three ways to enter:<\/p>\n To get there on your own you must take the public transport E.T. Se\u00f1or del Huerto at the Whereabouts of Mercado Rosaspata, by S \/ 2.50 travel for 25 minutes to reach the place.\u00a0The opening hours are Monday to Sunday from 07:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.<\/p>\nForms of Income<\/h3>\n
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