Puquio
A puquio is a type of ancient underground aqueduct system found in the Andes Mountains, particularly in Peru. These sophisticated water management systems were developed by pre-Inca civilizations, most notably the Nazca culture, and were later adopted and expanded by the Inca Empire. Puquios are designed to tap into groundwater sources, such as subterranean streams or aquifers, and channel the water to where it is needed, often for agricultural irrigation or domestic use.
The construction of a puquio involves digging a trench from the water source to the destination, lining
The exact number and location of puquios vary, but many are still functional today, demonstrating the ingenuity