Kanichi, Peru Explained

Kanichi
Coordinates:	-14.3842°N -73.9572°W
Location:	Peru, Ayacucho Region, Lucanas Province
Region:	Andes

Kanichi (from Ayacucho Quechua,^[1] Hispanicized spelling Caniche) is an archaeological site in Peru. It was declared a National Cultural Heritage by RDN No. 197/INC on April 2, 2003. Kanichi lies in the Ayacucho Region, Lucanas Province, Carmen Salcedo District.^{[2] [3]}

The archaeological complex, which is about 200,000 square meters,^[4] was influenced by the Wari and Chanka cultures. The complex includes a variety of buildings including Chullpas, religious and ceremonial buildings, service centers, and a water system of wells and springs.

Kanichi is open to tourists from 6am to 6pm.

References

1. see: khamuchiy
2. El Peruano, Normas Legales, p. 243765, May 8, 2003, Lima
3. Web site: Complejo Arqueológico de Caniche. . mincetur. April 2, 2015.
4. Web site: Complejo Arqueológico de Caniche. Turismoi.pe Tu destino es viajar. es. 2018-05-02.