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Peru: Huaca Pucllana, a magical place to visit

00:00 | Lima, Oct. 29.

Visitors can appreciate Peru's pre-Hispanic magic, as well as its cultural development, architecture, and religiosity in one place: the Huaca Pucllana, an amazing archaeological site.


Located in Lima's Miraflores district, Huaca Pucllana was one of the most important ceremonial centers of Lima Culture, which dates back to A.D. 500-700.

Said ancient building was one of the last facilities that hosted its people. 

Following many years of research and study, this huaca is a mandatory tourist stop for visitors who want to learn something more about Peruvian history. 

The compound includes a great adobe pyramidal building, where marine animal figures can be seen. 


The Great Pyramid comprises a group of superposed buildings formed by staggered platforms.

Likewise, it features a great square, patios with benches, altars, and other structures. 

This complex has been a research and conservation center for more than 35 years thanks to articulated works between Lima's Miraflores Municipality and Culture Ministry authorities, which are comprised in efforts to preserve the pre-Hispanic heritage of Peru. 

Daytime visits: Wednesdays thru Mondays (9:00-17:00).

Pucllana at night

A night-tour to Pucllana is absolutely awesome, too. This is possible thanks to a lighting-system that allows visitors to get a spectacular view of the place. 

Nocturnal tours are available Wednesdays thru Sundays (19:00-22:00). 


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Published: 10/29/2019