Cojines del Zaque
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The Cojines del Zaque (English: "Cushions of the Zaque") is an archeological site of the Muisca located in the city of Tunja, Boyacá, which in the time of the Muisca Confederation was called Hunza. The cojines are two round stones used in the religion of the Muisca to worship Sun god Sué and his wife; Moon goddess Chía. When the Spanish conquistadores arrived, they called them Cojines del Diablo.
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Location | Tunja, Boyacá |
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Region | Altiplano Cundiboyacense, Colombia |
Coordinates | 5°32′17.37″N 73°22′9.88″W |
Altitude | 2,834 m (9,298 ft)[1] |
Type | Ritual site |
Part of | Historical Park Cojines del Zaque Muisca sites |
Diameter | 1.1 metres (3.6 ft) |
History | |
Material | Sandstone |
Abandoned | Spanish conquest |
Periods | Late Muisca |
Cultures | Muisca |
Satellite of | Hunza |
Site notes | |
Public access | Yes |
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