Pillku Urqu

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Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Pillku Urqu, also known as Pikul, Piqul or Wayna Piqul, is a 4,448-metre-high mountain in the Andes of Peru, near the city of Cusco. It is situated in the Cusco Region, Calca Province, Taray District, and in the Cusco Province, San Jerónimo District, north of San Jerónimo. ()

Elevation: 14593 ftCoordinates: 13°29'50"S, 71°52'50"W

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Pillku Urqu – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Puka Pukara, Rumiwasi, Choquequirao Puquio, Inkilltambo.

5.6 miW
Historic military ruins with a scenic view
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4.3 miW
Archaeological site
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4.8 miW
Archaeological site
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4.8 miW
Archaeological site
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4 miNE
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4.5 miSW
Church
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