Machu Pirqa facts for kids

Machu Pirqa is an ancient archaeological site found in Peru. It was built by the Chachapoyas culture, a group of people who lived in the cloud forests of the Andes. The name "Machu Pirqa" comes from the Quechua language. In Quechua, machu means "old" and pirqa means "wall." So, Machu Pirqa means "old wall." This site gives us clues about the lives of the Chachapoyas people long ago.

Exploring Machu Pirqa

Machu Pirqa is an important historical place. It shows us the amazing building skills of the Chachapoyas culture. Archaeologists study sites like Machu Pirqa to learn about ancient civilizations. They look at the walls and structures to understand how people lived.

Where is Machu Pirqa Located?

This ancient site is located in the Amazonas Region of Peru. Specifically, it is in the Chachapoyas Province, within the Magdalena District. Machu Pirqa sits high up in the mountains. It is about 1,900 metres (6,234 ft) (or 6,233 feet) above sea level.

The site is found on the left side of the Kuntichaka River. This river is also known as Condechaca. The Kuntichaka River flows into the Utcubamba River. The location near these rivers was important for the Chachapoyas people.

Who Were the Chachapoyas?

The Chachapoyas culture lived in the Andes mountains of Peru. They were sometimes called the "Warriors of the Clouds." This is because they built their cities and fortresses high up in the cloud forests. They were known for their unique architecture and burial practices. The Chachapoyas people lived in this region before the Inca Empire expanded. They built many impressive sites, and Machu Pirqa is one of them.

See also

In Spanish: Machupirca para niños

• Purum Llaqta
• Quchapampa