Tequeje Archaeological Site - Peace

The Tequeje archaeological site is also known as the “Fortress of the Inca”, It is estimated that these vestiges belonged to an ancient fort, probably Inca...

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UTM N coordinates 8459222 – E 600135
Altitude 612 m.s.n.m.
Temperatura mine. 10 OC – Max. 36 OC

Tequeje Archaeological Site – Peace

The archaeological center of Tequeje is located within the Macahua communal area, over the Cuñaca mountain range 108 kilometers from the town of San Buenaventura and 23 kilometers from the town of Ixiamas. To approach this site, board a boat from Rurrenabaque to the town of San Buenaventura.. Upon arriving at this town it is necessary to board a vehicle heading to Ixiamas., 30 minutes before reaching this town there is a detour from which we must take a path and ascend through the Cuñaca mountain range towards the attractive. The walk lasts approximately 4 hours. The archaeological site is also known as the “Fortress of the Inca”, It is estimated that these vestiges belonged to an ancient fort, probably Inca..

These ruins constitute an enigma for archaeologists., since there are no precise investigations about its origins. Its surface has not been determined either.; Some researchers relate this site to the Inca culture while others to the Mollo culture..

Its structures are in a precarious state due to the lush vegetation and the wind and weather activity in the area.. From the top of the hill, where is this archaeological site located, It is possible to observe the immense landscape of the northern Amazon of La Paz, dominated by forests and mountain ranges..

The site is part of the conservation programs carried out by the Municipality of Ixiamas. It is advisable to visit this fortress in the months of May to September.

AUTONOMOUS DEPARTMENTAL GOVERNMENT OF LA PAZ
SECRETARY OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND INDUSTRIAL TRANSFORMATION
DIRECTORATE OF CULTURES AND TOURISM
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