THE INCA UYO OR TEMPLE OF FERTILITY

It is a construction of the Inca epoch, with large blocks of polished stone and base in its
exterior, in its interior another wall of smaller carved stones is shown.
About him there are several explanations. This enclosure of 20.10 by 10.36 meters has its access
directed to 35 ° towards the northeast, which is the direction of the winds of Lake.
It has been observed that the outer edge of the access and the opposite inner edge establish a line
that has the east-west and north-south orientation. These lines coincide with the inner corners of
the enclosure, which allows us to suppose that the construction is designed to be used as a
geodesic-astronomical observatory and to define the propitious moments for agricultural
activities and ritual ceremonies.

In the archaeological excavations of 1971 several pieces of carved stone were found, those
that respond to two types of forms; some have the flat end in half protruding sphere, both show
the other end somewhat carved, to be embedded in the wall of a building. The first are pegs that
would serve to hold and support the roof of the houses.
 The stones of circular section, that have been put next to the Inca Uyu, would form part of
circles similar to those of Sillustani that were destroyed, since Chucuito like administrative
center Lupaca - Inca had multiple buildings to the arrival of the Spaniards, whose stones the we
observe in the colonial constructions in diverse places of the town.

SANTO DOMINGO DE GUZMÁN TEMPLE

It has a Renaissance characteristic, the oldest one in the altiplano, built in the 16th century,
when the occupation of Chucuito by the Spaniards began. In the temple of Santo Domingo de
Guzmán the image of the Virgin of the Rosary is venerated, being a carving of polychrome
wood of incalculable value. In the month of October he is celebrated for a week with Catholic
liturgies, fireworks, processions, bullfighting and dances of light suits.
THE MAIN PLACE OF CHUCUITO
Probably the main square has the same antiquity as the church of Our Lady of the Assumption.
According to the magazine "Cajas Reales" published in 1996, the old Main Square of Chucuito,
was built in 1963, being mayor Don Elías Pacho Huanca.
CHURCH OUR LADY OF ASSUMPTION
The Assumption of Chucuito, the most complete example of a 16th century temple that we
have in the Collao, is an architectural proposal of the mentioned century for the massive
catechization of the highland peoples. Adopt a longitudinal development giving "closure to the
Plaza"

It has a Renaissance style on the front and side façade, as well as on the inside towards the
side chapels.

Inside the church stands the Baroque Altar Mayor, with its altarpieces next to the
Santísimo, the silver slabs carved in high relief with themes alluding to the altar. The inventory
of 1795 indicates that there were more than 100 canvases, between large and small, of the
Cuzqueña School that decorated their walls until the 50s of the last century, and that in the
present they are no longer found without anyone explaining the destination of mentioned
canvases. The choir of this Temple for its architectural style corresponds to the end of the
eighteenth century, for the bell-shaped vaults.

THE CROSS OF CATECHESIS OR THE CROSS OF LOVE

It is located in the atrium of the Church of the Assumption, it has been elaborated based on
carved and polished stone, in whose lateral sides are two effigies carved in stone; the Virgin
Mary and the apostle John.

There the work of indoctrination of the indigenous population was carried out in order to be
baptized, it is the most significant monument of evangelization. (RIVERA CARPIO, 2000).
Today for others it is considered as the "Cross of Love", where many couples in love swear
eternal love to never separate
THE FORAL ARC

Built at the time of the colony, they are made of granite stone and sillar stone, fertilized on
its sides with small arcades known as "K'ana K'anas".

According to the story that the King of Spain had ordered to build a large arch worthy of
bearing his name for which he sent 3 servers, but these irresponsible people did not invest the
money allocated for this construction, in addition to having collected from the population , they
only built the arch that we can appreciate today.
 A commission that was sent by the king informed meticulously of the acts of these bad
servants, reason why the king of Spain commanded to execute them in the date of its
inauguration, hanging them and their heads remained hung in the orifices of the arc.
Today the arch is the main stage of the most important events celebrated within the civil
religious calendar.

The main atrium, famous for its history, with arcades of Spanish Renaissance typology that
adorns the temple of Our Lady of the Assumption is of vital importance for its traditional
custom.

THE CROSS OF THE INQUISITION

Also considered as the Pillory of the Inquisition, it is located at the foot of the stands of the
Foral Arch in the direction of the atrium, in front of the Assumption Church. It consists of a
pedestal carved in high relief, polished stone column and a stone cross.

There were executed those who were accused of heretics, as well as those who practiced
idolatries related to Aymara religiosity.
 It seems that in front of the Cross of the Holy Inquisition was burned alive the first one
sentenced for heresy, in 1578. The friar taken to the stake, in Chucuito was Francisco de la
Cruz. The first years of the conquest the Dominicans opted for the strategy of sending the friars
in pairs to evangelize and Francisco de la Cruz worked with Agustín de Formycedo.

The friar Francisco DE la Cruz was a doctrinaire of Moquegua, Sama, Pomata and
Yunguyo; between 1561 and 1569. He was later imprisoned because he maintained that the
European Church was destined to disappear and that he was chosen to lead the surviving Church
in the New World

PIEDRA PIEDRA
It is located in the middle of the Main Square of Chucuito, is an ornamental work carved in
stones of simple and elegant lines, which served to provide water to the population since the
beginning of the century, since it was completed on January 1, 1901, today It is a unique
attraction in its genre.
The stone pool is an artistic work carved in stone pomis, serves to provide water to the
population since the beginning of the century, in its upper part there was a raft carved in gold.
THE SOLAR CLOCK
Historical monument that is located in the main square of the district, was built by order of
the corregidor Pedro de Melgar in the year 1561, is made of pomís stone and carved.
The most important cities of that time had as a symbol a roll of foundation, on which, the
municipal council of 1831 has superimposed a solar clock.

In its beginnings it was the place of proclamations of laws, ordinances, public mandates and
where the punishments were executed to those who violated the norms, reason why it was given
the denominations of: The roll, the pillory, being a symbol of the Law and of justice at the time
of the colony.

Subsequently, it was rebuilt by the Municipal Board in 1831. On it they placed a solar
quadrant or solar clock, made of marble, which indicates the time according to the position of
the sun, so it is an attraction that is admired by locals and strangers.
THE GLORIETA OR MIRADOR
It is an ancient ceremonial center Lupaca, on which the church built surrounding arcades.
Today it is an attractive scenario that serves as a viewpoint to appreciate the beautiful Andean
landscapes, cultivated fields, snowy mountain ranges, as well as sunrise. It is also a scenario that
would serve for ceremonial acts for agriculture and for the Cacharpari traditions of the famous
Chucuiteños carnivals.

It is located on the side street of the temple of the Virgin of the Assumption, in a southerly
direction, where a circular construction is reached, delimited by an arcade, where it is danced on
carnival days, which for the Aymaras is a holiday and date propitious to cheer plants that are
blooming and provide abundant production; they also make offerings to the Pachamama, the
land that feeds their children.

MAYKU DE K'ALACAMPANA
The great lord of the stone bell; located 19 km. from the Pan-American highway south, in
the district of Chucuito. It is a monument that was built by the PUKARA cultural association
with the support of the District Municipality of Chucuito, today visited by national and foreign
tourists.
THE GATE OF THE REAL BOXES

Chucuito was a population that contributed more currency to the Spanish crown, reason for
which the Royal Boxes were built, to receive tributes and the most precious jewels of the
kingdom.

According to gathered information, it is said that it was a construction that measured 7

meters long by 3 meters wide, with a thickness of 50 cm, similar to a vault that is currently
known, adorned with lions emblems on the columns and dated in 1780 , when they were
remodeled.

The royal boxes of Chucuito was an apparently autonomous institution, since it depended
directly on the king's officials. What was collected in the Royal Savings Banks was destined to
subsidize the activities of evangelization and construction of temples for the 7 towns of the
province; to maintain the officials of the various administrative bodies; probably the rest was
remitted to the King.

As a result of the uprising of Túpac Amaru and Túpac Catari came to devastate the city of
Chucuito. Arriving to burn the first building of the Royal Savings Banks. But after having been
pacified the plateau and consequently the city of Chucuito, the Royal Boxes were reconstructed
in 1780 - 1782. Whose stone doorway is carved in high relief in the year 1780.

The reconstruction was carried out with labor of the natives, included the accounting,
treasury, the officer's house, factory and foundry; also the stores of Azogue. A fort was also
built that served to guard and safeguard the flow.