Pinkuylluna Mountain Granaries

Bedste tid at besøge

Early morning is best for cooler temperatures and softer light for photos, avoiding the midday heat and crowds.

Budgettips

No extra fee beyond the general Ollantaytambo archaeological site ticket; consider buying a combo pass to visit other nearby ruins and save.

Anbefalet til

History enthusiasts, Hikers, Photography lovers, Cultural explorers

Planlæg dit besøg

1 hour

Om

Hurtige fakta: Granaries are perched roughly 100 meters above the town, offering a bird's eye view over the Urubamba River valley. Over 200 stone storage structures were designed to keep crops dry and safe from wildlife with precise ventilation systems.

Højdepunkter: Perched on rocky cliffs, the granaries' trapezoidal stones fit perfectly without mortar, showcasing an ancient engineering marvel. The site channels mountain winds to preserve its contents, a clever technique locals used to store maize and potatoes.