Jach'a Phasa

Jach'a Phasa is an archaeological site located in the La Paz Department, Pacajes Province, Calacoto Municipality in Bolivia. Situated at an elevation of 4,126 meters, this high-altitude site is notable for its over 50 chullpas, or funerary towers, made from volcanic stone and mud mortar. These structures are characteristic of the Late Post-Classical Period, suggesting the site's use for funerary purposes during this time. The site is also surrounded by a defensive wall, indicating a need for protection. Nearby, other archaeological sites, including Taypi Phasa and Ch'iyara Chullpa, further enrich the region's historical significance. Jach'a Phasa provides valuable insights into the cultural and architectural practices of societies in the Andean highlands during the Late Post-Classical Period.