 Just like all the cities in Cusco, Pisac is an important archaeological center that encompasses the mystical Inca constructions, in contrast to the natural richness of the Urubamba Valley.Although it is very difficult to know the autochthonous names of Cusco's ancient cities, Pisac is one of the few examples of original names that are known. It derives from the Quechua word "pisaq" or "p'isaqa", which means partridge (a gallinacean type that abounds in this area). According to the traditional Inca architecture, the cities were built based on figurative designs of animals. Pisac was partridge-shaped, as we can tell from its name. Best Tours including a Cusco visit:
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