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v. Sector V

One of the most identifiable traits in Choquequirao, sector five contains the ushnu of the complex. 30m by 50m

and enclosed by a short wall, the area is a flat oval platform which provides a clear view down into Sector III as

well as clear views of the snowcapped peaks surrounding the site.

vi. Sector VI

Yet another ceremonial area, sector six rests south of the ushnu and holds the homes (or wasi’s) of the priests. An

addition four terraces in this area were also believed to be used in ceremonies, and are characterized by zig-zagged

designs.

vii. Sector vii and sector viii

Both sectors seven and eight hold the

majority of agricultural terraces. They

are separated into different sections

simply due to location and

characteristics. Unlike Sector VII,

Sector VIII contains both more complex

water canals and streams from the main

plaza and what are known as “Llamas

del Sol,” or Llamas of the sun, created

by different colored rocks in the

terraces as show in the photo above.

Terraces and waterways: Hidden Inca Tours

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