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Pisac is an archaeological site and town in the Sacred Valley of Cusco, Peru. The Inca ruins, located on a hillside above the town, include agricultural terraces, temples, and burial sites.
The site is believed to have served as a military, religious, and agricultural center. Pisac’s terraces are still in use today for farming.
The town is known for its traditional market, which takes place daily, with the largest market on Sundays.
Pisac is situated at an altitude of approximately 2,972 meters (9,751 feet) above sea level. It is about 33 km (20 miles) from Cusco and is accessible by road.
Pisac is an archaeological site and town in the Sacred Valley of Cusco, Peru. The Inca ruins, located on a hillside above the town, include agricultural terraces, temples, and burial sites.
The site is believed to have served as a military, religious, and agricultural center. Pisac’s terraces are still in use today for farming.
The town is known for its traditional market, which takes place daily, with the largest market on Sundays.
Pisac is situated at an altitude of approximately 2,972 meters (9,751 feet) above sea level. It is about 33 km (20 miles) from Cusco and is accessible by road.
