Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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K'allapayuq Urqu is an archaeological site located at an elevation of approximately 3,935 meters in the Ayacucho Region of Peru. This site, associated with the Chanka people, is situated on a mountain of the same name. The name 'K'allapayuq Urqu' translates from Quechua to 'the mountain with a stretcher,' suggesting a potential connection to transport or ceremonial practices. The site is positioned between the communities of Uskhuqucha and Anchiway in the Anco District, La Mar Province. While the text does not explicitly mention specific structures or periods, the site's location and cultural connections imply its historical significance, particularly in relation to the Chanka culture. Further archaeological research could provide insights into its role and function in the region's past.
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