The fortress of “Sacsayhuamán” (in Quechua this means contented falcon) is one of the most important archaeological complexes of the Inca Empire and is located above the city, at the gates of Cusco. When you visit the complex, you will be amazed: one stone was placed on top of the other with the utmost precision and an impressive technique.

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Fabio

October 30, 2022

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Extremely beautiful! Impossible to imagine how they could have moved and wedged these giant boulders of rock that reach 4 meters in height and I cannot imagine how much they can weigh. Which work of high engineering within walking distance of the city center

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HannahC181

October 12, 2024

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Cost 70 soles to enter, only accepts cash payments. Only pay at the top of the hill not the sellers on the way.

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