Historic site
Pumamarka, Urubamba
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Perched on a hillside overlooking the Urubamba Valley, Pumamarka is a lesser-known Inca site that showcases impressive stonework and terraces. Visitors can explore the ruins, including a large central plaza and residential areas, while enjoying sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and the river below. The site's remote location offers a quieter alternative to more crowded attractions, allowing for a peaceful immersion into Inca history and landscape.
Don't miss
- Examine the finely cut polygonal stone walls that exemplify Inca masonry.
- Walk the extensive agricultural terraces that once supported the site.
- Take in the panoramic view of the Urubamba Valley and surrounding peaks.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Pumamarka, Urubamba
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inSacred Valley Pisac Ollantaytambo and Chinchero Full-Day Tour4.4★ · 41 travelers~11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$28 per personSee dates →
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