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Acllas

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Acllas were women chosen at a young age to serve as religious virgins in Inca society. They lived in special houses called acllawasi and performed various tasks for religious ceremonies and rituals.

AP course connection

Topic 5.2: 5.2 Materials, Processes, and Techniques in Indigenous American Art

Unit 5

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