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Zona Arqueologica Moray

Archaeological site · Urubamba ·

Zona Arqueologica Moray

Archaeological site · Urubamba ·
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"Terraces of Moray Tours of the Sacred Valley, and the entire Cuzco area,often featureside trips through gorgeous landscapes like Moray, an archaeological site with remarkable concentric agricultural terraces. It’s believed the Incas used these terraces—on which temperatures vary 59 degrees Fahrenheit from the top tier to the bottom—as a way to acclimatize non-regional crops for highland cultivation. Even if you don’t find that fascinating, it’s hard not to appreciate the beauty of the spot, and given that this part of Peru is not so heavily visited, it’s a nice escape from the beaten path. The Boleto Turístico covers this admission."

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Inca agricultural laboratory with circular terraces and stunning Andes views

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Inca agricultural laboratory with circular terraces and stunning Andes views

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Maras 08655, Peru Get directions

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Zona Arqueologica Moray by Photo by Kusi Seminario
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