Urpish

#1145 among destinations in Peru

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Urpish is an archaeological site in Peru located in the Huánuco Region, Huamalíes Province, Jircan District. It is situated above the village of Urpish at a height of about 3,474 metres. The site with 6 m to 8 m high rectangular stone structures is surrounded by an 8 m to 10 m high wall. Some of the stony walls are covered with petroglyphs showing spiral figures and human faces. ()

Alternative names: Population: ~550 ppl (2020)Height: 2.16 miCoordinates: 9°16'60"S, 76°43'60"W

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HuánucoPeru

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

Nearby attractions include: Awqa Punta.

2.1 miNE
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Awqa Punta
53 min walk • Auga Punta is an archaeological site in Peru located in the Huánuco Region, Huamalíes Province, Jircan District. It is situated at an elevation of ca. 3,700 m on a mountain named Jircán, near the village of Urpish.

Urpish

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

Awqa Punta