Uyu Uyu

Uyu Uyu, located in the Arequipa Region, Peru, is an archaeological site featuring a complex of yards, indicated by its Aymara name. It lies on the right bank of the Qullqa River, within the Yanque District of the Caylloma Province. The term 'Uyu' suggests the presence of a cemetery, highlighting its significance within burial and funerary structures. The site's origins are tentatively placed in the Late Post-Classical Period, reflecting a period of significant cultural and social development in the region. As an archaeological site, Uyu Uyu offers insight into the land use and communal organization of pre-Columbian societies in the Andean highlands.