Holy Sites

This large stone is called Intiwatana. It held religious and astronomical significance. The four corners point exactly to north, west, east, and south.

The Temple of Three Windows was impressive. It's a mystery as to how they got the giant boulders up there.

This is the front of the Sun Temple and the window in which the sun rays shone through. There are two hawks flying above the temple. Rauol said that was an auspicious sign.

The Temple of the Condor was shaped like Condor wings. It was probably used as a torture chamber. There is a pit in the floor for blood to flow down. The Condor was a symbol for justice.

Here's another view of the Sun Temple and surrounding holy buildings such as the Temple of Three Windows, Royal Palace, and the Sacristy.