The base rocks at Sacsayhuaman were huge and, as you can see, precisely cut to fit together as a strong unit. We were told that the cutting was by trial an error with the rocks being lifted in and out many times. In some cases the grooves made by the lifting process were visible. I thought it was simply amazing. The grass is a huge open area where chosen representatives from many villages came once a year to hear the words of the emperor. He appeared on a hill opposite this one, completely dressed in gold so he would be reflected upon sunrise. It must have been quite a sight to see.
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