On the astronomical content of the sacred landscape of Cusco in Inka times

TL;DR

This paper explores the intricate relationship between religion and astronomy in the sacred landscape of Cusco during Inka times, offering new interpretations of their interconnected cosmography.

Contribution

It introduces previously unnoticed interpretations of the astronomical and religious connections in Cusco's sacred landscape during the Inka period.

Findings

New insights into the cosmographic layout of Cusco

Proposed interpretations of astronomical alignments

Enhanced understanding of Inka religious practices

Abstract

The sacred landscape of the Inka capital Cusco was conceived in accordance with a complex cosmographic view in which religion and astronomy were intimately connected. Some previously unnoticed possibilities in interpreting these connections are proposed.