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Chiclayo is one of the largest cities in Peru, and is a busy modern place with all the conveniences a traveller would need. Chiclayo has been nicknamed the "Capital of Friendship", and is known for its hospitality. While there are things to see and do in the city, many people come here to see the local ruins outside of Chiclayo.
From an archaeological point of view, the discovery of the tomb of Lord of Sipan was considered as important as finding Tutankhamen's tomb in Egypt. Today, there is an entire museum filled with the treasures found in that tomb. Jewellery and decorative pieces in gold, copper and silver are the most common. The museum is in the town of Lambayeque, 11 kilometres away from Chiclayo and is closed on Mondays. There is a fee for entrance.
Pyramids of Tucume
There are more than 2 dozen excavated pyramids and ceremonial buildings at Tucume, dating back 1000 years. Unlike the familiar step-pyramids of the Mayan, these are less structured and resemble enormous adobe mounds. There is also a museum at the site where you can see the many artefacts that have been unearthed at Tucume. The site is an easy 30 kilometres drive away from Chiclayo.
Batan Grande
If you are visiting Tucume, you may as well go a few more kilometres to the north, to see the ruins at Batan Grande. There are about 50 mound pyramids here, though many are in poor shape and it’s not as well-preserved as Tucume. The area is part of a forest nature reserve where you can go walking to see much of the local landscapes.
Northern Wari Ruins
Just 20 kilometres from Chiclayo is yet another archaeological site, an excavated city from pre-Columbian times. Unlike the pyramids and temples of the other locations, you will see a more typical city with roads and the remains of buildings here.
Mercado Modelo
Chiclayo’s large open-air market is open daily from sunrise to sunset, and sells anything and everything. You can find vendors with spices, fresh fruit, seashells, textiles, souvenirs and more. One area called the "mercadillo de brujas" (witches' market) has herbs and other magical items sold by local witch doctors.
Flights to Chiclayo
The airport in Chiclayo is the Capitan FAP Jose A. Quinones Gonzales International Airport (airport code: CIX), and there are a handful of airlines that offer flights to Chiclayo from the UK. Both Iberia Airlines and LAN Airlines take the same 2-stop route through Madrid and Lima. Continental is another option, and a flight to Chiclayo with them you will travel through New York City and then Lima. Depending on the airline, the total flight time will be between 20 and 28 hours.Chiclayo Tourist Attractions
Royal Tomb of Sipan MuseumFrom an archaeological point of view, the discovery of the tomb of Lord of Sipan was considered as important as finding Tutankhamen's tomb in Egypt. Today, there is an entire museum filled with the treasures found in that tomb. Jewellery and decorative pieces in gold, copper and silver are the most common. The museum is in the town of Lambayeque, 11 kilometres away from Chiclayo and is closed on Mondays. There is a fee for entrance.
Pyramids of Tucume
There are more than 2 dozen excavated pyramids and ceremonial buildings at Tucume, dating back 1000 years. Unlike the familiar step-pyramids of the Mayan, these are less structured and resemble enormous adobe mounds. There is also a museum at the site where you can see the many artefacts that have been unearthed at Tucume. The site is an easy 30 kilometres drive away from Chiclayo.
Batan Grande
If you are visiting Tucume, you may as well go a few more kilometres to the north, to see the ruins at Batan Grande. There are about 50 mound pyramids here, though many are in poor shape and it’s not as well-preserved as Tucume. The area is part of a forest nature reserve where you can go walking to see much of the local landscapes.
Northern Wari Ruins
Just 20 kilometres from Chiclayo is yet another archaeological site, an excavated city from pre-Columbian times. Unlike the pyramids and temples of the other locations, you will see a more typical city with roads and the remains of buildings here.
Mercado Modelo
Chiclayo’s large open-air market is open daily from sunrise to sunset, and sells anything and everything. You can find vendors with spices, fresh fruit, seashells, textiles, souvenirs and more. One area called the "mercadillo de brujas" (witches' market) has herbs and other magical items sold by local witch doctors.