Preliminary Survey and Excavations at Puerto Inka

Summary

This is an abstract from the "SAA 2024: Individual Abstracts" session, at the 89th annual meeting of the Society for American Archaeology.

Located 800 km from Cuzco, the Inka capital, Puerto Inka served as a crucial junction, linking the coastal Inka road with a transversal route to Cuzco. However, this region had remained underexplored in previous studies. By conducting excavations and surveys at Puerto Inka and its surrounding area, this research aimed to shed light on the Inka Empire's political economy, its methods of control, and the roles of local groups in this complex web of infrastructure. Additionally, it sought to compare Inka imperialism in the southern coast with other regions, ultimately contributing to a deeper understanding of the Inkas' unique mosaic of control and their place in history. Through satellite imagery, on-site visits, photogrammetry, digital mapping, ceramic analysis, and minor excavations, this comprehensive research endeavor provided insights into the Inkas' statecraft, their interactions with peripheral regions, and the significance of key sites like Puerto Inka in unraveling the mysteries of this ancient civilization.

This Resource is Part of the Following Collections

• SAA 2024: Individual Abstracts   •
• Society for American Archaeology 89th Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA (2024)

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Record Identifiers

Abstract Id(s): 38939.0