Historic site · Peru
Sacsayhuamán
Archaeological site near Cusco, Peru
About Sacsayhuamán
Sacsayhuamán or Saksaywaman is a citadel on the northern outskirts of the city of Cusco, Peru, the historic capital of the Inca Empire. The site is an important example of Inca architecture and sits at an altitude of 3,701 metres (12,142 ft). The Spanish chroniclers recorded that within the Inca's oral history, the fortress was said to be built during the reign of Sapa Inca Pachacuti and his successors, Topa Inca Yupanqui and Huayna Capac. Dry stone walls constructed of huge stones were built on the site, with the workers carefully cutting the boulders to fit them together tightly without mortar.
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Best time to visit
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Sacsayhuamán
Where is Sacsayhuamán?
Sacsayhuamán is in Peru.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Sacsayhuamán?
Yes. The 5-day Cusco plan is about 1 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
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