Cajamarca is located in the northern highlands of Peru, approximately 2,700 m (8,900 ft) above the sea level. It is a beautifull and pleasant city with many tourist attractions, with an privileged weather, dry and sunny, which permit a very fertile soil. This city is also well known for its cheese and dairy products.
The importance of the prehispanic and colonial monuments, have been worth this city to be declared as “ America Historic Heritage” by UNESCO.
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| ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES |
The origin of the city goes back over 3,000 years ago. Historical remains of the pre Chavin cultures can be seen in the surrounding archeological sites, such as Cumbe Mayo and Kuntur Wasi. It is also developed big megalithic constructions, some of Tiahuanaco and Chavin influence.There are registered 90 archaeological centers.
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| HISTORICAL CENTER |
There are numerous churches and colonial large houses conserved almost intacts. You will be able to appreciate the biggest architectural and artistic wealth in the Spanish colonization, with beautifull fronts and great sculptural wealth in its interior.
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| AREAS AROUND THE CITY |
There are diverse places that offer a a lot of possibilities to enjoy their charms, as the Collpa farm where the cows recognize their names, the thermal "Baños del Inca", the forest of stones the Frailones, the town of artisans of Aylambo or places where you can appreciate beautiful Andean landscapes.
Cajamarca has its biggest popular expression in the Carnivals, taken place as in any other city of Peru. |
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