Quillcay Machay facts for kids
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| Location | Peru |
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| Region | Huánuco Region, Huamalíes Province |
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Quillcay Machay (pronounced Kee-y-kai Mah-chai) is an amazing ancient place in Peru. Its name comes from the Quechua language. Qillqay means "to write" and mach'ay means "cave". So, Quillcay Machay means "writing cave" or "painted cave". This site is famous for its incredible rock paintings.
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Quillcay Machay: A Special Ancient Site
Quillcay Machay is an archaeological site. This means it's a place where scientists study old human history. They look at things people left behind long ago. This site is found in the Huánuco Region of Peru. It's in a part called Huamalíes Province, specifically in the Singa District.
What Makes Quillcay Machay Important?
The most exciting thing about Quillcay Machay is its rock paintings. These are drawings or pictures made on the walls of caves or rocks. They were created by people who lived there many, many years ago. These paintings can tell us a lot about their lives. They show us what they saw, what they believed, and how they lived.
A National Treasure
Because of its special rock art, Quillcay Machay is very important. The government of Peru has officially called it a National Cultural Heritage. This happened on June 18, 2002. Being a National Cultural Heritage means the site is protected. It's a valuable part of Peru's history and culture. This helps make sure it will be safe for future generations to learn from and enjoy.
See also
In Spanish: Quillcay Machay para niños
