[Twelve Angled Stone | Inca architecture in Cusco, breathtaking stone precision]

[Twelve Angled Stone | Inca architecture in Cusco, stones with breathtaking precision] — A miraculous stone with 12 corners, embodied by the technology of the Inca Empire — 📍[Location/Access] It is located about 5-10 minutes walk from Plaza de Armas in the old town of Cusco, along Hatun Rumiyoc Street. It is currently incorporated into the outer wall of the Archbishop's Palace as part of the wall of the street called "Large Stone Street". 🕰[Time to view] You can visit anytime 24 hours a day. There are fewer tourists in the early morning and morning, so you can often take your time to look around. ⸻ ✨Recommended points • The beautifully cut green diorite is perfectly fitted into the gaps, with amazing precision that not even a single piece of paper can fit in between. • The 12-sided stone weighs about 6 tons and is about 1.8m thick. A stable structure that shows the Inca's earthquake prevention technology  • It is said to represent the 12 tribes of the Haulin/Hanan eras, and is also a symbol of Inca society  • The wall with the stones inlaid was part of the Inca Roca Palace, and was later incorporated into the Spanish Baroque palace (Archbishop's Palace) ⸻ 🎒 Tips • There is no museum, but you can visit for free 24 hours a day. It is also good to hear about the historical background on a guided tour (most of which depart in the morning) ◎ • Do not touch the stones! There is always security, and touching them will result in penalties • If you visit early in the morning or in the evening, there will be fewer tourists, making it easier to enjoy the atmosphere and take photos • There are many souvenir shops and cafes on the same street, so it is a great place to take a stroll! #AbsolutelyFreeTrip #Cusco #Peru