The site of Cerro Baul is an interesting find, and one that would be expected more often found, with these two complex civilizations living in such close proximity at the same time. The Hilltop Wari site seems to have served a multitude of purposes, including being an administrative and ceremonial center in the Moquegua Valley, and is the only site with proven interaction of Tiwanaku and Wari people in the same place and time. While certain sites have some Wari influence in them, such as pottery and ceramics in Cusco, Cerro Baul is the only site with demonstrated interaction between the two groups simultaneously. Built upon the hill, the Wari site was surrounded by several Tiwanaku sites while in use, and shows architecture mainly of the Wari style, especially the D-shaped craft production and habitation areas, but some Tiwanaku style of buildings as well.
The view from Cerro Baul of the Moquegua Valley, with terraced agricultural fields (andeñes) present.
Cerro Baul as seen from a distance, raised above the nearby hills and naturally fortified.
The view from Cerro Baul of the Moquegua Valley, with terraced agricultural fields (andeñes) present.
Cerro Baul as seen from a distance, raised above the nearby hills and naturally fortified.