Llaqtapata (Quechua) llaqta place (village, town, city, country, nation), pata elevated place / above, at the top / edge, bank (of a river), shore, [1][2][3][4] pronounced 'yakta-pahta', [5] Hispanicized Llactapata) is an archaeological site about 5 km (3.1 mi) east of Machu Picchu.

The Llactapata Inca Trek is a great way to get to know the Machu Picchu. You'll see ancient ruins, stunning views and learn about its fascinating history.

It is believed that a high-ranked Inca had ordered the construction of Llactapata and that the place must have had some connection with Machu Picchu (located further northwest). Bingham had many difficulties in uncovering the ruins from the dense vegetation.

Llactapata is a beautiful place from which one can contemplate one of the greatest dramas of the Andes and reflect on how little we know about the complex intellectual world of the ancient Peruvians.

Apr 6, 2020 · Llactapata en Perú era una antigua ciudad inca con edificios cívicos y terrazas agrícolas a lo largo del río Urubamba en Cusco. El complejo de Llactapata en Perú se encuentra en el valle de Urubamba. Estas ruinas están cerca del río Vilcanota, y …

The Salkantay Llactapata Trail is a trip that offers a perfect blend of hiking, culture and nature for an arrival at the citadel of Machu Picchu. This excursion is also known as the new Inca Trail, it is one of the oldest trails that in its journey is one of the highest mountains in Peru, the snowy Salkantay, adored and respected by the Incas.

Aug 22, 2024 · Llactapata is one of the most famous archaeological sites within the 4-day Inca Trail hiking route. To visit this place you must walk 5 kilometers from the starting point of the route. It is a citadel and control center within the immense network of ‘qhapac’.

Nov 24, 2020 · Llactapata is a small site about 5km away from Macchu Picchu, and comprises of the ruins of small Incan complex.

May 27, 2024 · Nestled in the heart of the Peruvian Andes, just a short distance from the iconic Machu Picchu, lies the ancient Inca site of Llactapata. This hidden gem, often overshadowed by its more famous neighbor, holds a wealth of historical and archaeological significance.

Uncover the ancient mysteries of LLactapata, an archaeological site located 5km west of Machu Picchu in Cusco. Explore history's hidden gems.