Ingapirca Archaeological Complex

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Located in the Ecuadorian Andes, Ingapirca has a high elevation and serves as a perfect place to hike and discover the history of an ancient civilization. The most famous part of these Incan ruins is El Temple del Sol, which directly translates to “The Temple of the Sun”. This structure was used by the very advanced Incan society for not only calendar purposes, but also religious practices, serving as a monumental part of their civilization. With a combination of both Incan and Canari architecture, this site symbolizes the opposing ideologies of both cultures; The Incan sun worshippers and the Canari moon worshippers. On your way to the location, you will pass through beautiful country towns where indeginous people inhabit, and find yourself arriving in an incredible UNESCO world heritage site, giving a glimpse into its incredible ancient history.