Inca road system

#252 among destinations in Chile

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The Inca road system was the most extensive and advanced transportation system in pre-Columbian South America. It was at least 40,000 kilometres long. The construction of the roads required a large expenditure of time and effort. ()

Local name: Red caminera del Tahuantinsuyo Unesco: from 2014Area: 2560.12 mi²Coordinates: 18°15'0"S, 69°35'30"W

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Arica and ParinacotaChile

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Inca road system – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Putre.

4.3 miNE
Town
Putre
109 min walk • One of the main attractions in Putre is the Lauca National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve renowned for its diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife. Visitors can explore the park's high-altitude lakes, towering volcanoes, and unique Andean flora and fauna, including...