City Travel Guide: Archaeological Sites in Lima, Peru
These archaeological sites in Lima make this one of the few cities in South America that has historical digs inside the city limits.
Ancient Art – Cerro Sechin Archaeological Site, Peru
The ancient carved stone slabs at the pre-Incan Cerro Sechin archaeological site in northern Peru are intact and gruesome.
Is This the Oldest Inhabited Place in Peru? – Caral Archaeological Site, Peru
The Caral Archaeological site in Peru dates back at least 5,000 years making it the oldest inhabited place in the country and a must-see for travelers.
Pyramids & Purgatory – Huaca Rajada and Túcume Archaeological Sites, Peru
Explore archaeological sites around Chiclayo, Peru including Huaca Rajada, Tucume, and horseback riding to an off-the-beaten-path dig.
Stoned Stones – Chavin de Huantar Archaeological Site, Peru
Explore the Chavin de Huantar archaeological site, one of the oldest and most important cultural sites in Peru.
Two Sides of the Moche Capital – Huacas de Moche Archaeological Complex, Peru
Explore Peru's Huacas de Moche Archaeological Complex including Huaca de la Luna & Huaca del Sol which made up the capital of the Moche people.
A Matriarch Among the Moche – El Brujo Archaeological Complex, Peru
Explore the El Brujo Archaeological Complex in Peru including pyramids, friezes, and the mummified Lady of Cao female leader of the Moche.
The Stunning Capital of Chimú Culture – Chan Chan Archaeological Site, Peru
See the impressive remains of the largest adobe city in the Americas during a visit to the Chan Chan archaeological site in northern Peru.
