Temple of the Moon

Templo de la Luna

archaeological site in Department of Cuzco

#16 in Department of Cuzco / #44 in Peru

by Pavel Špindler

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The Temple of the Moon in Peru is an ancient archaeological site located near the city of Cusco, close to the more famous Machu Picchu. This temple, believed to have been constructed by the Inca civilization, is intricately carved into a natural rock formation and features a series of caves and niches. These carvings and structures are thought to have been used for ceremonial and ritualistic purposes, possibly related to lunar deities.

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