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Lima Region

Incahuasi, Lima

Inca house site in Peru's Lima 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

Incahuasi, also known as Incawasi, is an archaeological site located in the Lunahuaná District of the Cañete Province within the Lima Region of Peru. The site's name, translating to 'Inca house' from the Quechua language, suggests its historical significance as a residential or administrative center during the Inca Empire. The presence of habitation structures aligns with its probable function as a place of residence or governance. The site's chronological context likely falls within the Late Post-Classical Period, specifically during the 15th century CE, when the Inca civilization was at its peak. The location and features of Incahuasi provide valuable insights into Inca architectural practices and their societal organization, highlighting its importance in understanding the broader Andean cultural and historical landscape.

Archaeological Features

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Domestic and Habitation Structures

Houses

Historical Timeline

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Details

Country
Lima Region
Source
Wikipedia