Moray

Very cool ancient ruin. Interesting to speculate about what they designed it this way. Recommend seeing as part of a quad bike tour if you can.

Definitely worth a visit. I did a quad tour into the area and parked right outside. Some beautiful scenery on the way in.

It really makes you wonder "what didn't the Inca's know, other than making weapons?" They figured out how to grow crops in a natural lab here using this well crafted structure. It shows how they found the perfect balance between agriculture and respecting the nature and using everything they can source locally. It's yet another great Inca "ruin" for modern day people to learn more from the past.

Such a neat place to visit. Learning about how the Incas used the different terraces to grow and strengthen different types of vegetation was amazing. Each terrace had/has a different micro climate. The sheer size of the place and where it's located makes it even more impressive. If you're going to Machu Picchu stop at this place as well, it's all related and adds to the overall experience of learning about the Incas.

Absolutely impressive how the Inka built this back then. It’s absolutely huge and in good shape.
There’s a second one with a nice mountain panorama in the back.
The entry fee is 70 soles, with that ticket you can also visit three other archeological sights (Ollantaytambo for example).

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I had the incredible opportunity to visit the Moray archaeological site, and it truly exceeded my expectations! Nestled approximately 50 kilometers northwest of Cuzco, this site is a captivating journey into the Inca civilization.

The unique feature of Moray is its circular terraced depressions, with the largest one reaching an impressive 30 meters deep. These intricate formations leave you in awe, pondering the engineering genius of the Inca people. The site's location on a high plateau at 3,500 meters adds a touch of mystique and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.

What struck me most was the precision of the Inca irrigation system. It's a testament to their advanced understanding of agriculture and sustainability. Exploring the site, you can't help but marvel at the ingenuity behind these circular terraces, wondering about the purpose they served in Inca times.

The proximity to the village of Maras adds cultural richness to the experience. The locals are friendly, and you get a glimpse into their daily lives, creating a holistic cultural and historical immersion.

Visiting Moray felt like stepping back in time, and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in history, archaeology, or just looking for a unique and memorable adventure. Don't forget your camera – the views are Instagram-worthy!

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A quick detour off the main road gets you to this unique archaeological site. You can buy tickets at the entrance; they accept credit cards. They also sell passes that get you entry to other national archaeological parks.

This place is from Inca times. We went here as part of Sacred Valley tour from Cusco. The remains and ruins were quite amazing. And its a great place for taking pictures

We came to Moray and other touristic spots with an Exploor tour, and it’s one of the best experiences we had in Peru. The site had expanded over the past few years, and it seemed that there were some workers to clean up another terrace. Highly recommended if you plan to have a tour to visit the Sacred Valley (e.g., Moray, Maras, Chichero, Ollataytambo).

Nice place. Terraces In the valley constructed by the Incas. There are several theories For this place, all include agricultural ones. The first one was that it was kind of laboratory to test planting herbs on different levels of terraces. But aktually the difference In temperature between the terraces is minimal so that probably it was just the place where they planted plants. They did In the valley so that they could protect plants from wind and cold.
Looks amazing especcially „hanging stones” which where used as staircase.

Upon visiting Peru I knew I wanted to visit Moray. After hearing the stories about being the Incas Agriculture Research Center, made it that much more interesting.

Moray was an interesting place. It would be worth it to go all the way down and walk the whole place. I was not able to go all the way down this time, so I have to come back for sure.

Also, you can drive everywhere by using google maps. Keep in mind that due to road construction, you will have to take certain roads that are basically dirt roads. But everything seemed safe, we didn’t have any issues.

Update: I came back to Moray this September 2023, I actually walked around and explored more of it this time. This is one of my favorite archeological sites I been to in Cusco.

Amazing site! Incredible how the Incas used the different tiers to create unique plants due to the individual microclimates. Unfortunately I didn’t get to spend as long as I wanted as I was part of a tour.

Interesting site of Inca terraces within a circular pattern. Site may have been used by the Incas for agricultural research

Our guide took us to the Inca archeological site as part of one of our tours. It is believed that it was used by the Inca as an agriculture site and possibly had astrological uses as well. If you have the time and this type of history appeals to you a decimate must see

Moray is a site to see! As an archaeological site located near Cusco, Moray holds importance as a pivotal center for agricultural research undertaken by the Incas. Functioning as an ancient Inca agricultural experiment station, it gained renown for its distinctive circular terraces employed in the cultivation and experimentation of diverse crops.

Very cool examples of Inca agriculture development— the origin of the world’s 3k+ potato varieties and corn varietals. You walk in a circuit around 3 different main circles, some in amazing condition, and can better understand their techniques for irrigation and gene editing. A great guide is very critical!

It is amazing to see how they prepared the seeds for the local climate. If they take the long route it takes around 50-60 minutes. You can combine it with Maras (I did both with quad bike tour)

Go with a guide to hear the explanations and ancient knowledge. Notice how it’s perfectly aligned North-South, also how there are 7 levels to each. Our guide suggested it has to do with the 7 Chakras, as incas have, in another location, utilized 7 very often.

Powerful place to visit.