Maras and Moray: A Half-Day Exploration of Historical Salt Mines and Inca's Agricultural Terraces
Maras
Discover the historical salt mines of Maras and the Inca's agricultural terraces in Moray on this half-day excursion. Explore snow-capped mountains, vibrant farmland, and traditional villages. Perfect for all ages!
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Moray - It is a unique archaeological center of its kind in the region. These are depressions or gigantic natural holes in the surface of the land that were used to build in their contours terraces or agricultural platforms
Moray platforms. - Salinas de Maras - located northwest of the town of Maras are constituted by about 3000 small wells with an average area of about 5 m^2, during the dry season they are filled or “irrigated” every 3 days with salt water that emanates from a natural spring located in the part upper wells so that when the water evaporates, the salt contained in it solidifies gradually, then the salt is beaten and thus granulated; the salt will then be packed in plastic sacks and sent to the region’s markets; Today that salt is being iodized, which is why its consumption is not harmful.
What's Included
- Entrance to Moray and Salineras
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional Guide
What's Not Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Carbonated beverages
Additional Information
MARAS EXCURSION - MORAY - HALF DAY SALINERAS
The tour of the salt mines of Maras and the agricultural terraces Inca de Moray is an ideal complement for your excursions to Machu Picchu. You will appreciate snow-capped mountains, farmland and villages full of color and tradition. Daily departures for single people and groups of all ages and by tourist bus.
Location
Moray
Moray, Valle Sagrado de los Incas
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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