Tytuł
High mountain archeology in the Peruvian Andes. The case of the Coropuna volcano
Autorzy
[ 1 ] Ośrodek Badań nad Kulturą Późnego Antyku i Wczesnego Średniowiecza we Wrocławiu, Instytut Archeologii i Etnologii Polskiej Akademii Nauk | [ P ] pracownik
Dyscyplina naukowa (Ustawa 2.0)
Rok publikacji
2025
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Typ artykułu
artykuł naukowy
Język publikacji
angielski
Słowa kluczowe
Streszczenie
EN The Coropuna volcano region has been the focus of archaeological research conducted by the University of Warsaw (Poland) and the Catholic University “Santa María” (Arequipa, Peru) since 1996. The project involves conducting archaeological investigations in the vicinity of the snow-covered volcano Coropuna, which was frequently mentioned by chroniclers of the 16th and 17th centuries as an oracle, and was worshipped since pre-Inca times. Archaeological research covers sites located in a vast area around the sacred mountain. The Maucallacta-Pampacolca complex is located at an elevation of 3,750 metres above sea level, and its unique relationship with the Coropuna landscape is due to its location. The study examines the relationship between the sacred mountain and the remains of various archaeological sites, which are located at altitudes ranging from approximately 3,000 m to the peaks of the volcano. Recent research has revealed a fascinating aspect of infrastructure development in the Andes: the construction of vertical roads connecting complex sites such as Maucallacta-Pampacolca to high-altitude stands directly on the slopes of the massif, at an altitude of approximately 4700-5000 metres. However, these roads do not end at these points; rather, they lead to specialised small ceremonial centres that provide logistical support for pilgrims heading towards the peaks. These high-mountain centres are composed of regular squares and buildings. Tambo Coropuna, Coropuna Plaza and Ajocancha are strategically located to secure the approach from two directions, south and west. Current indications show the presence of at least four trails on the slopes of the Coropuna Volcano, with an estimated altitude of approximately 6,000 metres above sea level.
Strony (od-do)
277 - 308
Typ licencji
CC BY (uznanie autorstwa)
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Data udostępnienia
18.12.2025
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Punktacja Ministerstwa / czasopismo
70
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