Saqsa (Yauyos)

Saqsa is a Quechua word that, in the context of the Yauyos region of Peru, typically refers to a type of scree slope or rocky outcrop. It describes an area characterized by loose, unconsolidated rock fragments, often found on hillsides and mountains. The term is used within the Yauyos communities to describe specific geographical features and landscapes. "Saqsa" can also refer more generally to rocky or stony ground. The specific geological composition and size of the rocks referred to as "saqsa" can vary, but the common characteristic is the presence of loose, fragmented rock material. Its use is primarily within the local Quechua-speaking communities of the Yauyos province.