Wiñay Wayna
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Archaeological site in Peru
Cusco Region, Peru | |
Region | Andes |
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Coordinates | 13°11′34″S 72°32′11″W / 13.19278°S 72.53639°W / -13.19278; -72.53639 |
Type | Settlement |
Wiñay Wayna (2650 m) (
andenes
, which are still visible.
A camp site for hikers with the same name is located in the vicinity and is usually used as the last overnight camping site for hikers undertaking the classical Inca Trail.[2]
Gallery
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Epidendrum secundum, commonly called "Wiñay Wayna", in front of the ruins
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Location of Wiñay Wayna as shown on a sign nearWillkaraqay
See also
References
- ^ "Wiñay Wayna Ruins Description". Journey to Machu Picchu.
- ISBN 9780452297982.
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