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Pinkuylluna Granaries

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The Pinkuylluna Granaries are a series of ancient Inca storage structures built high on the hillside overlooking the town of Ollantaytambo. These well-positioned granaries were designed to store food supplies such as maize and potatoes, using natural ventilation to keep produce dry and preserved. Today, the site offers both historical insight and spectacular views of the Sacred Valley.

What to See & Do

  • 🌽 Explore multiple stone storage structures 🏠 along the hillside 🏔️
  • 📜 Learn about Inca food storage 🥔 and agricultural planning 🌾
  • 🌄 Enjoy panoramic views of Ollantaytambo town 🏘️ and the Sacred Valley ⛰️
  • 📸 Capture scenic photographs 🖼️ of the valley below 🏞️

How to Get There

  • 🏘️ Start from Ollantaytambo town 👟 near the old Inca streets 📍
  • 🧗 Follow the steep hillside trail ⛰️ moving upward ☁️
  • 🥾 Moderate climb requiring good footwear 👟 and caution ⚠️

Travel Tips

  • 🥾 Wear sturdy walking shoes due to loose stones 🪨 and steep paths 🧗
  • 💧 Bring water 🥤 and take breaks during the climb 🧘
  • ☀️ Visit during dry weather 🌤️ for safer footing 👟
  • 🚫 Stay clear of cliff edges 🧗 and unstable walls 🛑

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕖 07:00 AM – Begin hike 🥾 from Ollantaytambo town 🏘️
  • 🕖 07:45 AM – Reach lower granaries 🏠 and explore 🔍
  • 🕣 08:30 AM – Continue to upper structures 🏛️ for views 🔭
  • 🕤 09:30 AM – Descend and explore 🚶 the town 🏺

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

daily: Sunrise to sunset

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

Early morning or late afternoon for cooler temperatures

Location

📌Pinkuylluna Granaries, Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley, Peru

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