Tarawasi is a significant Inca archaeological site located in the Limatambo district of the Anta province, approximately 77 kilometers from Cusco. The name "Tarawasi" derives from the Quechua words "tara" (a native bush) and "wasi" (house), translating to "house of the tara bush" . Constructed during the reign of Inca Pachacutec, Tarawasi served as a ceremonial center and a resting place (tambo) for travelers and chasquis (Inca messengers) along the route to Chinchaysuyo, one of the four regions of the Inca Empire.

The site's architecture showcases the Incas' advanced construction techniques, featuring finely cut and polished andesite stones arranged in a cellular style, creating intricate floral patterns on the walls . A prominent feature is the ushnu, a ceremonial platform used for important rituals. Despite the passage of time and the impact of colonization, Tarawasi remains a testament to Inca ingenuity and spiritual life. Visitors can explore the site's terraces, irrigation channels, and the remnants of a colonial-era hacienda built atop the Inca foundations.