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MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

Main Square of Trujillo On the orders of Diego de Almagro, Martin drew Astete this square as the center of the city. In the main part of the Plaza Mayor is looking at the Freedom Monument, a marble Baroque sculpture, the work of Edmund German Muller. Catedral of Trujillo Plaza Mayor (Main Square). (Cathedral Museum). […]

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MUSEUMS IN TRUJILLO

Catedralicio Museum Located inside the Cathedral of Trujillo. Contains objects linked to the liturgy, carvings and paintings from the colonial period, among which two paintings: “The denial of St. Peter” and the portrait of St. John the Baptist. Characterize this building, the roof beams decorated with polychrome and crypt decorated with wall paintings of the […]

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Chan Chan Information

Chan-Chan, The timeless citadel of clay This enormous archaeological complex is located in front of the sea, half way between the Huanchaco hot springs and the city of Trujillo, which is the capital of the department of Lambayeque, in the north coast of Perú. The site covers an extension of 20km; the central zone is […]

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ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF TUCUME

Located 33 km north of the city of Chiclayo, the Archaeological Complex of Tucume, is one of the most important pre-Hispanic monuments of the north coast of Peru, given its magnitude and extent of approximately 220 hectares architected space, housing 26 buildings of monumental structures associated with lower rank (squares, mounds, patios, canal systems, walls, […]

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BRUNING ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM

Located in the city of Lambayeque, was ingurated in 1966 and is located two blocks from the main park of the city. In the gardens of the museum stands the figure of Naylamp, founder of the dynasty of Kings Lambayeque. Among its corridors and rooms are exposed more than 1,400 archaeological pieces, demonstrations which were […]

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ECOLOGICAL RESERVE CHAPARRI

It is located 70 km. from Chiclayo. The name refers to a hill of the same name which is near the place. This is the first private protected area of Peru; the area is managed by the community of Santa Catalina jointly with Heinz Plenge, photographer and Bernie Pleyton, ecologist. Its main objectives are the […]

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FESTIVITIES IN CHICLAYO

January * Feast of the birth of Jesus – Reque: January. Important religious festival with a large influx of devout believers who come from different parts of the department. The festival is organized by the parish and the District Municipality. March * Religious Feast of St. Joseph the Patriarch of Mórrope: March 09, a traditional […]

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GASTRONOMY IN CHICLAYO

Espesado It is a kind of soup which is prepared every Monday, made with shredded corn and beef brisket soup, usually served with rice. Chinguirito Is a kind of ceviche, made with dried and frayed guitar fish, prepared with lemon, salt, pepper and onion. Served with yucca and sweet potatoes. Tortilla de raya Made from […]

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NATIONAL MUSEUM SICAN

The museum is mainly dedicated to the Lambayeque or Sican culture which was developed in the region between approximately 700 and 1300 before falling under the domain Chimu. The ancient nation lambayeque is known for its metallurgical art (being especially famous for its golden funerary masks and ceremonial tumi or knives) that the museum displays. […]

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NIGHTLIFE IN CHICLAYO

There are plenty Locations and spots made for fun in Chiclayo to dance all night long, or just to enjoy a few drinks with your friends. At the downtown or at the Balta Avenue you will find some good options. Here is a list with interesting options: Discotheque Premium Boulevard Nightclub that it is divided […]

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POMAC FOREST HISTORICAL SANCTUARY

Pomac Forest Historical Sanctuary is located in the Department of Lambayeque, Province of Ferreñafe, District of Pitipo, to 31.5km from the city of Chiclayo at 80 m.a.s. The climate is dry and warm in the morning and fresh in the afternoon. Average annual temperature of 28 ° C. Among December – May is the rainy […]

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NIGHTLIFE IN TRUJILLO

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BELEN CHURCH

Church of Belen, is located between Bethlehem and Junin tatters, its construction was performed based on cut stone carved by hand, during the eighteenth century. It has a single nave, the church is more representative of colonial baroque art and the most beautiful architectural centerpiece of the city. Its facade has no towers, but is […]

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CONCEPTION CHURCH

Conception Church in Cajamarca is known under the name “Church of the Nuns.” The church of the nuns is located at the intersection of streets Amalia Puga and William Urrelo. Completely made of volcanic stone, however, is a very simple architectural style and sober – Neoclassical. The facade has a bell tower and its interior […]

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CONJUNTO MONUMENTAL BELEN

The monumental Bethlehem is located in the 6 block of Jiron Belen, facing the Square of the same name. Built in the eighteenth century and is a historical monument of unique importance Colonial.This monument is the church of Bethlehem. The whole complex occupies almost half a block. Attached to the church is the medical museum, […]

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LA RECOLETA CHURCH

The Recollect Church is located at the intersection of Avenue “Heroes” the Avenue “El Maestro” in the district of San Sebastián. Built in the eighteenth century, the facade of the Church of Recoleta is simple carved in stone and decorated by slender triple arch. Currently works in this Church School “San Ramon” and kindergarten “Santa […]

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CUMBE MAYO

Cumbemayo is located 20 kilometers southwest of the city of Cajamarca and 45 minutes by car. At an altitude of 3,500 meters above sea level. Cumbemayo is surrounded by a great stone forest that seems to reproduce the shape of pious monks so familiarly referred to as “frailones”. Cumbemayo is considered one of the most […]

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MIRADOR DE SANTA APOLINIA

This hill of Santa Apolinia has a height of 2.764 meters over sea level. Located on the west side of the valley and the city of Cajamarca. The hill of Santa Apolonia previously known by the name Rumi Tiana or “Stone Seat.” The Chavin culture is amending the top of Cerro Santa Apolonia in the […]

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SAN FRANCISCO CONVENT

This majestic temple is located south east of the square and surrounded by the ragged Puga, Dos de Mayo, Amazon and Bethlehem. In 1562 the convent was completed and lived here the first Franciscans. The most celebrated of these was Matthew Jumila who despite not being a priest was the one who evangelizes Cajamarca and […]

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CATHEDRAL OF CAJAMARCA

The temple of the Cathedral is located on the side of the Plaza de Armas. Construction began in the seventeenth century the work of building the temple linger long enough. In the year 1686 was completed the cover right side called St. Michael the Archangel, next to the chapel of the Tabernacle.Its facade is a […]

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CAJAMARCA – MAIN SQUARE

The Plaza de Armas of Cajamarca has an altitude of 2,750 meters above sea level. Is square and is north of Holy Hill Poland. Its total area is 21.373 m2. The main square is bordered by the Wisp: Trade and Dos de Mayo. History of the Plaza de Armas. It is called the Plaza Mayor […]

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THE RESCUE ROOM

The rescue room is located in the building No. 750 of Amalia Puga Jiron 50 meters from the Plaza de Armas.This is a trace there of the Inca Empire and is the symbol of the encounter between two cultures.This fourth rescue has stood the test of time, rain, the destruction suffered by the city in […]

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CAJAMARCA PERU

The department of Cajamarca is located north of Peru, in the western chain of the Andes and includes mountain and jungle areas. The origin of the city of Cajamarca began about 3000 years ago with the first human groups Huacaloma, Layzón, and Otuzco Cumbemayo. The city of Cajamarca was the capital of the department of […]

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Cajamarca Festivities

Is considered as a Historical and Cultural Heritage of South America and the symbol of the Latin American Unity be the Organization of American States. Located at the north of the Andes, nowadyas Cajamarca is a modern and develop city, which the main activity is mining. To know and appreciate the main turistic places is […]

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Chiclayo Peru

Is a city in northwestern of Peru, capital of Lambayeque Department, is the fourth most populous department in the country. It was founded under the name of Santa Maria de los Valles de Chiclayo in 1720, upgraded to a villa in 1827 and in 1835 he was awarded the title of “Heroic City”, now known […]

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Cajamarca

Cajamarca is located in the northern highlands of Peru and is the capital of the Cajamarca region. It is approximately 2,700 m (8,900 ft) above sea level and has a population of about 135,000 people. Cajamarca has an equatorial climate so it is mild, dry and sunny, which creates very fertile soil. The city is […]

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