Wilcahuaín
Archaeological site in Peru
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Wilcahuaín,[1][2][3] Willcahuaín,[4] or Huilcahuaín[5][6] is an archaeological site in Peru.[4] It is located near the village of Paria, 6 km northeast of the city of Huaraz, Ancash; at an elevation of 3,400 m (11,200 ft).[4]
| Wilcahuaín | |
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  Location of Wilcahuaín in Peru | |
| 9.4833°S 77.5112°W | |
| Cultures | Wari |
| Location | Peru, Ancash Region |
| Region | Andes |
| History | |
| Built | 1100 |
Wilcahuaín is regarded as one of the most important archaeological sites of the Wari culture.[4] It was possibly built ca. 1100 AD.[2]
The site can be reached by 15-passenger van from the city. Fare is 2.50 Soles. The last half of the route is on very rough road.
Etymology
Wilcahuaín possibly comes from Quechua willka grandchild; great-grandson; minor god; holy; sacred or Anadenanthera colubrina (a tree),[7][8][9] and Ancash Quechua wayi house.[10]
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