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Cusco Region

Tarahuasi

Archaeological site in the Cusco Region.

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

Location

About

Tarahuasi is an archaeological site located in the Limatambo District of the Anta Province in the Cusco Region, Peru. The name possibly derives from the Quechua terms for 'tara,' a small tree native to Peru, and 'wasi,' meaning house. This suggests the site may have served as a habitation area. The site's historical significance lies in its connection to the Classical Period, specifically the Late Classical Period, when it may have been constructed or occupied. While detailed archaeological features and specific historical timelines of Tarahuasi remain limited, its association with domestic and habitation structures suggests it could have been a residential or community area during its time of use.

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Archaeological Features

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Domestic and Habitation Structures

Houses

Historical Timeline

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Details

Country
Cusco Region
Source
Wikipedia