The Battle of Wayna Daga was a significant conflict that took place in 1537 during the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire. It involved the forces of the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro and the Inca army led by Manco Inca Yupanqui. The battle was part of the larger struggle for control over the Inca territory following the Spanish capture of the Inca emperor Atahualpa. The battle occurred near the town of Wayna Daga, located in present-day Peru. Despite being outnumbered, the Spanish forces utilized their superior weaponry and tactics, ultimately leading to a decisive victory. This battle marked a crucial moment in the Spanish efforts to consolidate their power in the region.