Altitude: 50m. / 164 ft.
Best time to visit: All Year
Located on the north coast, the area around Chiclayo is surrounded by a vast coastal desert interrupted by rich valleys. The region was home to the astounding Mochica culture in the 1st through 7th centuries AD which make this one of the most interesting archaeological destinations in the country. With world-class museums, magnificent sites, fabulous weather and scrumptious cuisine, Chiclayo is an emerging destination which has much to offer visitors looking for a different experience in Peru. The foothills of the Andes in this region offer magnificent dry forest ecosystems with unique wildlife viewing and outstanding bird watching opportunities.
Highlights:
- Bruning Museum
- Sipan
- Sican
- Tucume
- Chaparri Ecological Reserve
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