In Inca times, it was called "Huacaypata," a Quechua word meaning a place of meeting or of weeping. It was an important ceremonial site, where... More info
The original temple was built in 1571 on the lands of the ancient Amarucancha, palace of the Inca Huayna Cápac. It was rebuilt around 1688... More info
Construction occurred in two phases: first the Chapel of Triumph was built on what had been the ancient temple of Suntur Wasi (House of God);... More info