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Pikillaqta
-13.6167° N, -71.7147° E
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Pikillaqta is a significant archaeological site of the Wari culture, located 20 kilometers east of Cusco. Occupied from approximately 550 to 1100 CE, it served various ceremonial and administrative functions. The site is characterized by its large fortified complex, irrigation canals, and terraces, showcasing advanced water management and agricultural practices. Pikillaqta also features ceremonial platforms and niched halls, indicative of ritual activities. Evidence of trade and specialized craftsmanship, such as turquoise figurines, highlights its role as a hub within the Wari network. Although incomplete upon abandonment, Pikillaqta provides valuable insights into Wari social, religious, and economic life during the Early Post-Classical Period.
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Construction and Use
550 CE
Abandonment
1100 CE
Archaeological Features
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Defensive Structures
Water Management Features
Burial and Funerary Structures
Religious and Ritual Structures
Agricultural and Land Use Features
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Environmental and Natural Features
Food Production and Processing Features
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