The Phaqcha from Chachabamba

Sieczkowska D.; Bastante J.M. · Machu Picchu in Context: Interdisciplinary Approaches to the Study of Human Past (2022) · DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-92766-0_12

Resumen

The planning and orientation of the Chachabamba archaeological monument provide us with information regarding its role among various sites in the area that directly influence the llaqta of Machu Picchu. An improved understanding of the function of architectural solutions and modifications discovered via archaeological interventions has been reached. Based on a study of the monument's hydraulic system, which is unique in the Inca world, it has been possible to reach conclusions regarding its function and role in Chachabamba and other monuments in the Historic Sanctuary-National Archaeological Park of Machu Picchu. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2022. All rights reserved.