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Starting from the eastern end of the complex, approximately at km 84 of the railway line, there are 9 archaeological groups distributed up to around km 90 of the same line.
These archaeological groups are distributed along the first section of the Inca Trail, on the edge of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
There are 9 archaeological sites:
It consists of short terraces with a rustic structure. There are remains of rustic dwellings with bases made of small, cut stone blocks.
This group includes the archaeological units of Leyonniyuc, Olleriayuc, and Tunasmoqo. It has rustic adobe constructions with cut-stone bases.
It contains more than 30 enclosures distributed symmetrically. A semicircular tower stands out in the westernmost part of the complex.
This archaeological group extends along both banks of the Kusichaka stream. Visitors can observe various archaeological elements, including the bridge, partially collapsed terraces, tombs, an aqueduct, and ancient paths.
It is one of the most extensive archaeological complexes in the first section of the Inca Trail. In this complex, visitors can see flat terraces, straight paths, well-planned building blocks, ceremonial shrines, and points used for surveillance and communication.
Over the river, there are remains of an Inca bridge on which a new one was built. In front of the hamlet, there are ancient terraces that functioned as retaining walls.
The complex is made up of two enclosures associated with terrace systems. Next to a waterfall, at the base of the mountain and very close to ancient terraces, there is a carved rock with straight moldings.
There is a succession of 10 terraces with wide embankments. At the center of these terraces, visitors can observe a group of enclosures known locally as Tiendachayoc.
It is located next to Machu Q’ente, separated only by a ravine formed by a small stream. Three groups of terraces, a mausoleum, and small baths can be identified.
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