Inca Uyo

archaeological site in Department of Puno

#5 in Department of Puno / #128 in Peru

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Inca Uyo is a fascinating archaeological site located near the town of Chucuito in the Puno Region of Peru. Known for its distinctive arrangement of stone structures, Inca Uyo is believed to have been a ceremonial site dedicated to fertility rituals. The site features a courtyard surrounded by 86 stone pillars, which are phallic in shape, symbolizing fertility and possibly serving as a place for agricultural rites to ensure bountiful harvests.

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