Salt Mines of Maras
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The Salt Mines of Maras (or "Salineras de Maras") is one of the largest salt extraction centers of prehispanic origin in Cusco.[1] It is in the Urubamba Province in Cusco in southeast Peru, at an elevation of 3,200 m (10,500 ft) above sea level.[2]
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Salt Mines of Maras | |
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Coordinates: 13°18′01″S 72°09′20″W | |
Location | Urubamba Province, Cusco Region |
Area | |
• Total | 2 hectares (0.020 km2) |
Elevation | 3,200 m (10,500 ft) |
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