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Wilcahuaín
-9.4833° N, -77.5112° E
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Wilcahuaín, Willcahuaín, or Huilcahuaín is an archaeological site in Peru. It is located near the village of Paria, 7 km northwest of the city of Huaraz, Ancash; at an elevation of 3,400 m (11,200 ft). Wilcahuaín is regarded as one of the most important archaeological sites of the Wari culture. It was possibly built ca. 1100 AD. The site can be reached by 15-passenger van from the city. Fare is 2.50 Soles. The last half of the route is on very rough road.
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Possible construction
c. 1100 AD
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