Peru

Pumaq Hirka

Mountain cave site in Peru

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The Castillo de Gorioj, also known as Tucumachay, is an archaeological site located in the Huánuco Region of Peru at an elevation of approximately 3,696 meters. As its name suggests, it is associated with the imagery of a cougar and is described as a mountain cave. The site is reflective of the region's rich cultural history and the intersection of natural geography with human habitation. Its designation as a 'cave' suggests its significance in understanding the domestic or habitation practices of past societies, potentially dating back to the Upper Paleolithic period. Despite limited detailed historical records from the text, Tucumachay's association with Quechua culture highlights its potential role in broader sociocultural and linguistic studies. Further exploration could yield insights into early human occupation and adaptation strategies in the Andean highlands.

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Domestic and Habitation Structures

Caves
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Country

Peru

Coordinates

-9.49° N, -76.83° E