Pisac

Pisac is a Peruvian town in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, situated on the Urubamba River. The town is known for its Incan ruins and large market, which attracts heavy tourist traffic from nearby Cusco. The Inca archaeological site was built by order of Inca Pachacútec in the mid-15th century and features impressive stone works, including terraces, aqueducts, roads, and walls. The site is divided into two zones: the ancient part at the top, which is the Inca archaeological site, and the current part, which is the colonial town at the foot of the mountain. The name Pisac comes from the Quechua word 'Pisaca' meaning partridge, and the site was originally shaped like a partridge. The National Archaeological Park of Pisac covers an area of 4 square kilometers and features groups of archaeological remains, including 40 terraces forming an inverted triangle, primarily used for agriculture