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QORIWAYRACHINA
QORIWAYRACHINA: AVAILABILITY AND RESERVATIONS FOR THE INCA ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE NEAR MACHU PICCHU
What is Qoriwayrachina?
Qoriwayrachina is an Inca archaeological site located at kilometer 88 of the railroad that connects Ollantaytambo with Aguas Calientes. Its name comes from Quechua and translates as “where gold is vented”, which suggests that it may have had a ceremonial or administrative purpose related to metallurgy or control of goods. Located at approximately 2,480 meters above sea level, Qoriwayrachina is believed to have been a key point on the Inca Trail, serving as a control center for those heading to Machu Picchu. Its structures, made up of agricultural terraces, water channels and finely worked stone enclosures, are evidence of the advanced engineering of the Incas and their ability to adapt to the Andean geography.
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How to visit Qoriwayrachina
Main accesses To reach Qoriwayrachina, there are two main options:- Train to kilometer 88: From Ollantaytambo, you can take a train to Machu Picchu and get off at kilometer 88, from where it is possible to take a short hike to the archaeological site.
- Inca Trail: If you take the Classic Inca Trail, you will pass through Qoriwayrachina before reaching Machu Picchu. This route is one of the most popular and requires permits months in advance.
AVAILABILITY AND RESERVATIONS OF QORIWAYRACHINA
Since access to archaeological sites on the route to Machu Picchu is regulated, it is essential to check the availability of Qoriwayrachina before planning your visit. Tickets are sold on limited dates, so it is advisable to make your reservation in advance.
INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
To get to Machu Picchu from Qoriwayrachina it is necessary to travel about 35 kilometers on foot along authentic stretches of the Inca Trail (Qhapaq Ñan), ending the route at the majestic Sun Gate (Intipunku), just as the ancient Incas did.
Unlike other Inca constructions built on high ground, Qoriwayrachina was built on the banks of the Vilcanota River. To protect the site from the intense rains and possible overflows of the river, solid retaining walls were erected, which are still standing today.
The only way to visit Qoriwayrachina and other archaeological sites linked to the Inca Trail
Is through the 4-day Inca Trail tour. This tour can only be booked through an authorized agency, and it is essential to reserve it at least 6 to 7 months in advance, as spaces are limited and usually sell out quickly.