Akapana, Tiwanaku

Name: Akapana
Address: Tiwanaku, Bolivia

#4 among attractions in Tiwanaku

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Akapana is an artificial platform-shaped mound found at the archaeological site of Tiwanaku in Bolivia, located in the western Bolivian department of La Paz.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 16°33'22"S, 68°40'22"W

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Tiwanaku Bolivia

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Akapana – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pumapunku, Kalasasaya, Gate of the Sun, Pukara.

0.6 miSW
Archeologically significant stone blocks
Pumapunku, Tiwanaku
16 min walk • Pumapunku, a remarkable archaeological treasure, is nestled within the ancient city of Tiwanaku, near La Paz, Bolivia. This site, whose name translates to "The Door of the Puma," offers a profound glimpse into the pre-Columbian Americas and stands as a testament to the...
~500 ftNW
Archaeological site
Kalasasaya, Tiwanaku
3 min walk • The Kalasasaya is an ancient architectural marvel situated in the heart of Tiwanaku, an archaeological site near La Paz, Bolivia. This pre-Columbian ceremonial complex stands as a testament to the architectural ingenuity of the Tiwanaku civilization, which flourished...
~740 ftNW
Archaeological site
Gate of the Sun, Tiwanaku
4 min walk • The Gate of the Sun is a captivating archaeological treasure nestled within the ancient city of Tiwanaku, near La Paz, Bolivia. This megalithic structure has stood the test of time, serving as a silent witness to the pre-Columbian Tiwanaku civilization that thrived...
6.8 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Pukara, Tiwanaku
175 min walk • Pukara is a 4,119-metre-high mountain in the Chilla-Kimsa Chata mountain range in the Andes of Bolivia. It is situated in the La Paz Department, Ingavi Province, Guaqui Municipality. The Chilla River flows along its western slope.
5.6 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Qaluyu, Tiwanaku
142 min walk • Qaluyu is a 4,202-metre-high mountain in the Chilla-Kimsa Chata mountain range in the Andes of Bolivia. It is located in the La Paz Department, Ingavi Province, Tiwanaku Municipality.