Mullu Q'awa facts for kids
| Location | Peru, Cusco Region, Espinar Province |
|---|---|
| Region | Andes |
| Coordinates | 14°47′08″S 71°17′42″W / 14.78556°S 71.29500°W |
| Area | 12 ha |
| Height | 4,000 m (13,000 ft) |
| History | |
| Periods | pre-Inca |
Mullu Q'awa is an interesting archaeological site located in Peru. An archaeological site is a place where people in the past lived or left behind important things. This site is found on a mountain that shares the same name.
The name Mullu Q'awa comes from the Aymara language. Mullu means a colorful stone, like coral, often used to make necklaces. Q'awa means a small river, ditch, or a gap in the earth. So, the name might describe the landscape or materials found there.
This ancient place is in the Cusco Region, specifically in the Espinar Province, within the Alto Pichigua District. It sits close to a village also called Mullu Q'awa. The site is very high up, about 4,000 meters (13,123 feet) above sea level, right on top of the mountain.
What is Mullu Q'awa?
Mullu Q'awa is a special place that shows us how people lived long ago, even before the famous Inca Empire. Archaeologists study sites like this to learn about ancient cultures and their ways of life.
A Protected Site
Mullu Q'awa is so important that it has been officially protected. On April 27, 2010, it was declared a National Cultural Heritage site. This means it is a significant part of Peru's history and culture, and efforts are made to preserve it for future generations.
See also
In Spanish: Molloqhawa para niños
