Arequipa, Trujillo and Chiclayo: Peru's New ICT Alternatives to Lima? - Nearshore Americas White papers and expert site selection information Carlos San Roman of Adecco Peru says Arequipa, Trujillo and Chiclayo can attract greater BPO investment in the days ahead Arequipa , according to Sanjiva Nath, is “Peru’s best kept IT industry secret.” Nath is the CEO and founder of Zagile, a business based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the development of a digital platform for software information management (SIM). Zagile, currently working with students and professors from the Computer Science Professional Program at San Pablo’s Catholic University, set up its operation in Arequipa only a year ago. Zagile serves clients in the United States, Europe and South America. David Chandler, an ex-developer with Google, also noticed the potential of this Peruvian city . Chandler moved to Arequipa, primarily in search of a place that would help him relieve of asthma, but soon discovered that the city offered not only health benefits but also a location to set up the Zuriel Corporation, a company specializing in the development of cell phone and Web apps.

These are just a couple of examples of the technology businesses that Arequipa has managed to attract. Arequipa, with just over 831,000 inhabitants, is the second largest city in Peru. Many are of the opinion that it could even become Peru’s Silicone Valley as it has a growing academic community (there are over seven universities), offering master’sand doctoral degrees in the IT field. “Many businesses are recruiting talent from Arequipa, and setting up operations there,” states Kenneth Lopez , General Manager at Tekton Labs, a business specializing in software and digital communication development. “It has come to be known as an area undergoing development, where qualified professionals can be found.” According to PromPeru, there is a surge in the number of businesses offering software development services, IT services, BPO services, and contact centers. Other cities – such as Trujillo, Chiclayo, Piura and Tacna – are also experiencing a significant economic growth, states David Edery, PromPeru’s Service Exportation Coordinator. Decentralization Encourages Growth Nearly a third of Peru’s population lives in the capital Lima, causing a negative impact on other states.

Most of the executives we interviewed suggested that Peru must bolster telecom and other infrastructure in other states to ease pressure on Lima and promote growth in other parts of the country. “Peru is a very centralized country,” states Lopez . “In the provincial cities, there is not enough emphasis on education, there is not enough supply of talent, and there are Internet access and connectivity problems; all of which resulted in a much slower rate of growth.” According to Carlos Castillo, Commercial Manager at SupraNetworks, a Peruvian telecommunication consultancy firm, connectivity is scarce. The bandwidth currently offered by operators such as Claro, Movistar and Nextel is “limited and costly, which makes it extremely difficult for provincial businesses to develop.” The connectivity issue is further complicated by the geographic nature of the country. The Andes mountain range, the Pacific Desert, and the vast tropical rainforest all cause difficulties. Work on the National Dorsal Fiber Optic Network, spanning 13,400 km, is set to begin in 2016. It is hoped that this network will help integrate the Peruvian provincial capitals, and open up high capacity networks .

The Ministry of Economics and Finance (MEF) awarded Azteca Comunicaciones Peru(a business from Mexico’s Grupo Salinas), the contract to install the network. This project will result in significant benefits for nearly all provincial capitals, although they will only be felt in the long-term. It is, however, already considered to be the biggest factor contributing to the improvement of many Peruvian secondary cities. “Decentralization is going to result in significant development; strengthening these secondary cities, generating new business possibilities, and ensuring the industry’s needs are met”, states PromPeru’s David Edery. He points to the fact that the availability of real estate space in the capital city will not be sufficient in the future, which will mean that businesses will start looking outside Lima. “For example, some contact centers are considering cities such as Arequipa, Trujillo and Chiclayo, as well as Tacna, Piura and Junin.” He says Lima would still remain the biggest supplier of trained human resources for call centers.

Availability of Human Resources According to Carlos San Roman, Managing Director of Adecco Peru , the Peruvian cities with a greater potential in attracting businesses in IT, software development and BPO are Arequipa, Trujillo and Chiclayo. “There are over 350,000 inhabitants between the ages of 15 and 39 years living in these three cities, with a large number of universities and technological institutions offering careers in the technology industry, as well as telecommunication facilities and possibilities for an adequate infrastructure,” he said. However, low level of education and lack of English speaking workers are masking their lure, eh added. Today, according to Carlos Castillo from SupraNetworks, there are very few IT businesses servicing the secondary Peruvian cities. While many public and private organizations do have projects, as well as the budget needed to complete them, they are not able to find providers offering the solutions they require. “You really have to know the client, as well as their needs, in order to be able to offer a solution. You have to be able to provide good value, as their resources are limited”, he states.

Tacna’s Free Trade Zone Tacna’s Free Trade Zone (ZOFRATACNA) was created in 2002 in order to encourage investment in a wide range of industries including, packaging, technology and BPO. A small city on the Bolivian and Chilean borders, Tacna has around 337,500 inhabitants and accounts for 4.8% of the national GDP. Its performance as the free trade zone could well be replicated in other parts of Peru. “It is an initiative that could well help free up pressure on the capital city,” explains David Edery, from PromPeru. Sign up for our Nearshore Americas newsletter: Currently, PromPeru (an organization working to promote Peru) is renewing efforts in ZOFRATACNA, by opening up 500 positions, to be filled by contact center operators. “The free trade zone’s administration decided to make these positions available to the private sector,” states Edery. “The free trade zone offers tax breaks as long as the businesses are involved in exports.

And, if we take into account the fact that 42% of the billing at these contact centers is for exporting services, Tacna becomes a viable option for these types of businesses.” There are plans for the construction of a new contact center in Tacna. The center will benefit from all the necessary infrastructure, with the added tributary and tariff benefits afforded by operating within a free trade zone. Over 1000 operators are currently being trained. “We are very interested in supporting the development of this free trade zone, as it could give Peruvian businesses and the country as a whole a new look,” states PromPeru’s Service Exportation Coordinator. Cities that could follow Tacna’s example are Piura, Trujillo and Chiclayo. In fact, it is likely that new data centers will be installed in Piura, as it is the city through which submarine fiber optics enter the country. Ready for a Take Off Arequipa is the main provincial city showing growth in the technology services, BPO services and contact center industries , among others. According to PromPeru, it is followed by others such as, Piura, Chiclayo, Trujillo, Junin and, of course, Tacna.

“Although there are business venture programs in place, there is still much to be done,” added Lopez. “They have to start attracting new businesses, as there is talent available, what are lacking are opportunities.” According to SupraNetworks’ Carlos Castillo, though these cities offer less expensive office space, they are running short of talented human resources. “In Lima , the rent of a 70 square meter office space can cost up to $3,000 per month, in a provincial city the cost can be as low as $1,000.” In fact, in 2015, once the elections for the mayors and regional representatives have finished, his company is planning to expand outside Lima. This year, there will not be a huge amount of effort put into projects to attract investors or open up new technology businesses, as local authorities will be focusing on the elections. “Whenever there is uncertainty as to who will be making the decisions, these types of initiatives start getting complicated”, he states. What is needed to help these secondary cities attract investors? On one hand, educational standards need to be improved, especially when it comes to teaching English and technical terms, states Carlos San Roman, Managing Director at Adecco Peru.

On the other hand, “the level of unreliability in these cities is high, and this type of business, which has been proven to be 100% reliable, could help to improve the quality of life and provide a real employment alternative,” he said. In his experience, it is vital you get to know the individual business needs. “You need to be able to trust that in these cities the quality of human resources will be sufficient to meet your requirements, as well as being confident that operations will run as smoothly as they do in Lima.” In contrast to the local businessmen in Lima , who still feel the need to have their platform, contact center or IT outsourcing providers “just around the corner” foreign businessmen are of the opinion that, the decision to set up business in one of these outlying cities is made, based purely on considerations such as available human capital or infrastructure. There are great investment opportunities to be had in these secondary cities, and once the connectivity and infrastructure challenges are overcome, something in which the installation of the National Dorsal Fiber Optic Network will play a large part, businesses will start flocking to them. Decentralization will make it abundantly clear that there is much more to Peru than just Lima.

Share Peru Peru Cusco views More photos Peru is best known for its ancient cultures, especially the Incas, who dominated much of South America. Starting in the 15th century, in less than 100 years, they built an empire stretching from Colombia in the north to Argentina in the south. The combination of incredible Inca stonework and wonderful mountain scenery make discovering the sites around the Inca capital city of Cusco, the nearby Sacred Valley and, of course, Machu Picchu a fabulous experience. The arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century, when the Conquistadors rapidly took control of the country, led to the end of the Inca Empire, and a shift in focus to the coast, from where the invaders could export their plundered treasures back to Spain. They built fine cities, and the colonial centres of Lima, Cusco and Arequipa are all UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Prior to the Incas, many other cultures thrived on the coast and in the mountains, leaving fascinatingremnants and ruins.

The north coast of Peru around Trujillo and Chiclayo is possibly the richest archaeological area in all the Americas, and the enigmatic Nazca Lines, south of Lima, still attract debate and wonder about their meaning. However, history is only part of the story. Peru stretches south from the Equator for 1,300 miles. The Andes run the full length of the country, rising to almost 7,000 metres, and separate the arid coastal strip from the lush Amazon Rainforest. Over 80% of the world’s different ecosystems are represented in Peru, more than any other country. Today, Peru is a fascinating blend of local folklore and European influence. There are traditional festivals in the highland towns, whilst the modern cities are home to some of the world’s best restaurants and museums. Whatever you are looking for, Peru almost certainly has it. Key Facts When to Travel: March to November Population: 30 million Area: 1,285,216 km2 (over 5 times the size of the UK) Capital City: Lima (population 8.5 million) Languages Spoken: Mainly Spanish.

Quechua is spoken in some highland communities Time Difference: GMT - 5 hours Flying time from UK: Approximately 15 – 16 hours, including a change of plane Bordering Countries: Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile Key Destinations: Cusco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail, Lima, Amazon Jungle, Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Paracas, Trujillo, Chiclayo What our customers say Trujillo, Chiclayo, Cajamarca Tour | 4* & 5* Peru Archaeology 8 Days / 7 Nights Trujillo, Chiclayo, and Cajamarca Trujillo, Chiclayo, and Cajamarca are three of Peru's most important archeological treasures, and they are all located close to each other near the northern desert of Peru. Often collectively referred to as The Trujillo Circuit, these Peru travel destinations are an excellent introduction to the great pre-Inca civilizations of the Moche, Chimu, and Sican. In Trujillo, visit the ancient Temples of the Sun and Moon, and the impressive adobe brick palace of Chan Chan.

Then stroll along the colonial plazas, visit the mansions, and glimpse the sunsets on the beach in downtown Trujillo. Next, head to Chiclayo, home of the archeological trove of Sipán. Finish your northern Peru tour with a visit to Cajamarca, the infamous location where the Inca emperor Atahualpa met his end at the hands of the Spanish conquistadors. Arrive in Lima Day 1 Upon arrival in Lima, meet your local SouthAmerica.travel guide or representative at the airport and transfer to your hotel located in the fashionable district of Miraflores. This neighborhood has many shops and restaurants within walking distance, and hugs the coastline, called the Costa Verde, where paragliders are often seen soaring above the Larcomar shopping mall and the seashore. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, getting to know Miraflores and trying the delicious Peruvian seafood in any of the restaurants. Trujillo City Tour Day 2 After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the short flight to Trujillo. Known as the City of Eternal Spring, Trujillo is a temperate coastal town and the third largest city in Peru.

Founded in 1534 by the conquistador Francisco Pizarro, the town was named after Pizarro's hometown in Spain, and the strong Spanish influence is noticeable in the colonial mansions and plazas. During your Trujillo city tour, stroll along the beautiful Plaza de Armas, surrounded by the Cathedral and brightly-painted colonial mansions. Admire the colonial charm on this fascinating Peru tour, which includes a visit inside La Merced Church and some mansions such as Casa del Mayorazgo, Casa Orbegozo and Casa de la Emancipacion. Then tour the Archaeological Museum of the National University of Trujillo, where you'll find one of Peru's best collections of ceramics, textiles and metal artifacts from various Pre-Columbian civilizations. Check into your hotel in Trujillo, facing the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, and illustrious colonial mansions. Trujillo Tour to Temple of the Sun & Moon, Chan-Chan & Huanchaco Day 3 After breakfast in your Trujillo hotel, you'll head out on a Trujillo tour of some of the most famous Peruvian archeological finds in recent history.

The tour includes a visit to the two most important Moche ceremonial centers, the Temple of the Sun, a huge terraced pyramid measuring approximately 43 m high (the tallest pyramid in the Americas), and the Temple of the Moon, the Moche political centre whose friezes of mystical images are believed to belong to a divinity of sacrifices. These adobe brick ruins boast intricately carved friezes and decorative work with rainbows, dragons, and beasts, some incredibly well-preserved. Continue to Chan Chan, the ancient capital of the Chimu Kingdom, which reached its peak in the 15th century, many centuries after the collapse of the Moche culture, and not long before falling to the Incas. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage in 1986, this huge adobe city was the largest in pre-Colombian America, and its design reflects a strict political and social strategy marked by divisions into nine palaces forming autonomous units. Have lunch in the seaside village of Huanchaco, known for its caballitos de totora, a small reed fishing boat that has been a traditional fisherman's vessel for centuries. Return to your Trujillo hotel for the night.

Transfer to Cajamarca Day 4 In the morning, you'll head out from Trujillo to Cajamarca, and check into your Hotel, located in the beautiful valley of Cajamarca. This relaxing hacienda-style hotel has its own natural hot springs sourced from the Laguna Seca. Kick back in this leafy green oasis in the evening. Cajamarca Tour and the Cumbemayo Aqueduct Day 5 After breakfast in your Cajamarca hotel, you'll drive to Cumbemayo, a collection of fascinating rock formations called the Frailones, Stone-Age petroglyphs, and a pre-Inca aqueduct that is still in operation. After exploring the Cumbemayo area, continue to the necropolis of Otuzco, where the graves of the Cajamarca people, who flourished between 500 and 1200 AD, are cut into a volcanic rock cliffside. In the afternoon, continue on to the Tres Molinos Farm, where excellent kinds of cheese and butter are produced. Return to your Cajamarca hotel for the night.

Cajamarca City Tour & Transfer to Chiclayo Day 6 After some free time, you'll take a Cajamarca city tour to explore the Plaza de Armas, Cathedral, San Francisco Church, Museum of Relgious Art, and more places that give insight into the historical importance of this city. The highlight of every Cajamarca city tour is a visit to the Ransom Room, which the last Inca emperor, Atahualpa, commanded to be filled with "once with gold, twice with silver," in efforts to fulfill his ransom to the Spanish conquistadors keeping him hostage. Although the Incas sent the precious metals, the Spanish reneged on their promise and killed Atahualpa in Cajamarca. Continue to the Belen Church, built entirely out of volcanic rock, then tour the Medical, Ethnological and Archaeological Museums. Lastly, finish your Cajamarca tour with a trip to Santa Apolonia Hill, which gives a panoramic view of the valley of Cajamarca as well as the site of the Inca Atahualpas' ceremonial seat. In the afternoon, transfer to Chiclayo and check in to your hotel, where you can relax.

Chiclayo Tour of Sipan, Tucume, and the Royal Tombs Museum Day 7 After breakfast in your Chiclayo hotel, you'll tour several important archeological sites. First is Tucume and the Valley of the Pyramids, an important archaeological complex of the Lambayeque Culture who flourished between BC 1000 - 1350 AD. Tucume was the last capital of the Sican culture, which succeeded the Moche in 750 AD and succumbed to the Chimu in 1375. Archeologists believe that Tucume was built after the Sican burnt and abandoned their former capital of Batan Grande. This stunning landscape is best seen from Cerro Purgatorio, which rises in the midst of 26 adobe pyramids scattered throughout 400 acres of dry forest. Then visit the extraordinary Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum in Lambayeque, which was built to look like a Moche pyramid. The museum holds radiant gold masks, scepters, jewelry and other objects of the royal Moche tombs discovered in the Huaca Rajada of Sipan.

Continue the tour with an excursion to the impressive Necropolis of Huaca Rajada, where the Old Lord of Sipan and the Lord of Sipan lay buried. Gold and semi-precious stones were unearthed here in the 1980s by Peruvian archaeologists led by Dr. Walter Alva. The recent discoveries and ongoing archeological excavations in northern Peru continue to shed light on the fascinating the Moche, Sican, and other pre-Inca cultures. After this day touring northern Peru, return to your Chiclayo hotel for the night. Chiclayo Tour of Batangrande, Pomac Forest and Sican Museum Day 8 Enjoy breakfast in your Chiclayo hotel, then begin another day of touring the incredible archeological sites of northern Peru. Head to the pyramids of Batangrande, the first Sican capital and the source for much plundered gold. Also visit the Sican Museum, which has a fabulous collection of gold and other materials of the Sican Culture, who are famous for discovering bronze, which they made by mixing arsenic with copper.

The Sican were at the hub of a great commercial network that moved emeralds and shells from Ecuador, gold nuggets from the Amazon, and mercury ore from Peru's southern sierra. Around 1050 AD, the Sican mysteriously abandoned Batan Grande and built the even more elaborate city of Tucume. Depart in the early afternoon to the Chiclayo airport for your return flight to Lima, or continue on another tour with SouthAmerica.travel. 8 Days / 7 Nights Trujillo, Chiclayo, and Cajamarca Trujillo, Chiclayo, and Cajamarca are three of Peru's most important archeological treasures, and they are all located close to each other near the northern desert of Peru. Often collectively referred to as The Trujillo Circuit, these Peru travel destinations are an excellent introduction to the great pre-Inca civilizations of the Moche, Chimu, and Sican. In Trujillo, visit the ancient Temples of the Sun and Moon, and the impressive adobe brick palace of Chan Chan. Then stroll along the colonial plazas, visit the mansions, and glimpse the sunsets on the beach in downtown Trujillo.

Next, head to Chiclayo, home of the archeological trove of Sipán. Finish your northern Peru tour with a visit to Cajamarca, the infamous location where the Inca emperor Atahualpa met his end at the hands of the Spanish conquistadors. Trujillo and Chiclayo | Metropolitan Touring Comments Overview Chiclayo and Trujillo share in common the Moche and Chimu cultures, creators of the great Chan Chan citadel and the Tomb of the Lord of Sipan. The tomb of this very important Mochica warrior priest reveals amazing gold and silver objects of incredible value. Chan Chan, in Trujillo, is the largest mud-brick citadel built by a pre-Hispanic civilization in the Americas; it was the religious and administrative castle for the Chimu Culture until its conquest by the Incas. UNESCO listed it as a World Cultural Heritage Site in 1986. Warriors, priests, women, children and llamas were sacrificed to join the greatest Moche lord on his voyage to the afterlife. Nowadays, still many archeological mysteries are being uncovered in these territories.

The City of Trujillo, located on Peru’s northern coast, is the capital of region of La Libertad and the third largest city in Peru, after Lima and Arequipa. The city’s center has been quite properly preserved leading us to a centennial past, through its streets designed in the 16th century, and its rich architecture with a predominance of grand old houses, palaces and churches. During colonial times, the center of the city took on a stately air given by its numerous churches and gracious family homes with large wrought-iron windows. Its year-round pleasant climate has earned it the title of “Capital of Eternal Spring”. It has wonderful beaches such as Delicias, Salaverry, Huanchaco and Chicama, venues for international surfing competitions and where local fishermen still use ‘caballitos de totora’, reed canoes made the same way for thousands of years. Trujillo is also important economic and cultural center in the country, a place where Creole dances are cultivated, like the marinera norteña, a typical folk dance in the north of Peru and Peruvian paso horses are bred.

Due to their nationwide importance, the main activities here are agribusiness with products such a sugarcane and asparagus, as well as the production of footwear. Chiclayo, capital of the Departamento of Lambayeque, is one of the largest cities of Peru and a meeting point for people from the Coast, the Highlands and the Northern Jungle. It is situated a few kilometers from the sea and its dynamism is notable thanks to its intense commercial activity and its diversified tourist offer, which attracts many visitors each year, longing to explore or practice sports on its beaches, or to delve into its past. Also known as Ciudad de la Amistad (The city of Friendship) because of the kindness and warmth of its people, Chiclayo is located in a region which was home to important pre-Hispanic cultures, such as the Mochica ( 1st to 7th centuries A.C.) and the Lambayeque (7th to 10th centuries A.C.) whose remains, found in different tombs and circumstances, continue to amaze the world.

Places to visit El Brujo This is located opposite the sea, in the District of Magdalena de Cao, in the Chicama Valley, 34 km north of Trujillo (approximately 1 hr and 15 min). This is one of the most important archaeological complexes in Peru’s northern coast. It was built through a lengthy cultural sequence which began in the pre-Ceramic period, in other words, 5,000 year ago. El Brujo consists of three large buildings: the ancient Huaca Prieta, Huaca El Brujo, belonging to the Mochica Culture, and Huaca de Cao Viejo, which features embossed figures and murals. Huaca del Dragon or Huaca del Arco Iris This is located in the district of la Esperanza, 5 km northwest of Trujillo (approximately 15 min). The friezes of its walls are decorated with embossed multi-colored anthropomorphic figures and styled representations of the rainbow. This Chimú ceremonial center, featuring several stories which were accessible by ramps, was used for events related to religious activities. Chan Chan: The mud metropolis In the Yunga language, Jarij Jarij; in English, Sun Sun.

Chan Chan lies in the Moche Valley, 5 km (3 miles) northwest of the city of Trujillo. The largest mud-brick citadel built by a pre-Hispanic civilization in the Americas, Chan Chan was the religious and administrative capital of the Chimu kingdom until the conquest by the Incas. UNESCO listed it as a World Cultural Heritage in 1986. The archaeological site covers an area of 20 square kilometers (7.7 square miles) that once had an estimated population of nearly 100,000 people three types of buildings show there was housing for several different social classes, from low-income and intermediate levels to the palaces where the lords Chimu-Capac lived. The citadel was built between the 12th and 15th centuries, comprised of nine walled structures ranging from 200 meters to 400 meters long (1,312 feet), made up of flat-topped pyramids, squares, houses, storages, factories and a labyrinthine network of streets. One of Chan Chan’s features are its towering, thick walls that are heavily-decorated with haute-relief geometric, animal and mythological figures.

Its huge and strong walls were elaborately decorated with embossed geometrical figures, zoomorphic styled shapes. The vast system of underground aqueducts and ditches, built with greater mastery to carry water along huge distances is admirable. This archaeological complex, declared a Historical and Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986, has a modern museum, where the history of the city and of its inhabitants is explained. Huanchaco At a distance of 13 km northwest of Trujillo, near the archaeological complex of Chan Chan, is the seaside resort of Huanchaco, famous for the typical little horses of totora (small reed boat) and surf boards rocking in the sea, and by its picturesque restaurants always featuring fresh fish. Worth mentioning here are the pier and the handicrafts center, and in the upper area of the place, the Baroque Colonial church of the Virgen del Perpetuo Socorro. It also has good and varied hotels and restaurants.

The Port and Beaches of Chicama (Malabrigo) Situated 94 km (1 hr and 15 min, approximately) northwest of Trujillo, these sunny and windy beaches are found, following the detour opposite km 613 of the North Panamerican Highway, in the locality of Paiján. This is a favorite area for surf lovers, since its left wave is considered the largest in the world. The port, formerly known as Malabrigo, was during the Colonial times the point where slaves brought from Africa would disembark and then proceed to work in the Peruvian Coastal Hacienda. Otuzco Otuzco is 72 km northeast of Trujillo, at 2,632 masl. It is home to one of the most important religious celebrations in northern Peru. Nearly 20,000 followers turn up each December, to worship the image of Our Lady of the Door, the town’s patron since 1664, and also considered the Patron of Northern Peru and Queen of Universal Peace. This province is also important due to its production of potatoes, corn and cereals, and for its typical dishes.

Tucume On the north coast, 33 km/20 miles north of the city of Chiclayo, lies the Valley of the Pyramids of Tucume, an architectural complex made up of 26 adobe pyramids or huacas (temples) almost 40 meters/130 feet tall. They are spread out over 220 hectares/543 acres. The structures are from different periods and show that they were used for a number of political, administrative, social and religious purposes. They include temples, storage rooms, living quarters and areas with walls decorated in relief. The most outstanding pyramid is Huaca Larga, the largest in south America, that measures approximately 700 meters in length (2,296 feet), 280 meters thick (918 feet) and 30 meters in length (2,296 feet), 280 meters thick (918 feet) and 30 meters high (98 feet). In 1988, scientific research began at Tucume through an agreement between the Brunning Archaeological Museum of Lambayeque and the Kon-Tiki Museum of Oslo.

The Kon-Tiki expedition, led by Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl in 1947, discovered possible ancient routes by sailing across the Pacific between Callao in Peru and the islands of Polynesia. The Lord of Sipan The archeological complex of Huaca Rajada, where the splendid tomb of the Lord of Sipan was found, is on Peru’s north coast, 35 km (21 miles) southeast of the city of Chiclayo. In 1987, a small group of Peruvian archeologists led by Dr. Walter Alva discovered at Huaca Rajada the tomb of an important Moche governor who had been buried with riches and all the symbols of his status in life. The discovery was world news and is considered as important as the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamen. The Lord of Sipan died some 1770 years ago. As sovereign, he was considered a semi-god. He lived for about 40 years and was 1.67 meters tall (5.5 feet).

His rich robes and accessories included of the Lord of Sipan’s tomb, Alva and his team found two more tombs, of a priest and the need to provide an appropriate place to house the finds led to the building of the Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum, which opened in 2002 in the city of Lamabayeque (15 km / 9 miles from Chiclayo. This museum is one of the most important in the Americas, considered of the 21st century. Chiclayo´s Cathedral This building dates back to 1869. Of a neoclassic style, it has a double-structured portal, held by Doric columns located before the entrance’s arches. The building has three aisles; and inside, there is a carved wooden image of the Poor Christ. Basilica of San Antonio Also known as San Antonio de los Padres Descalzos de Chiclayo, this church was built in 1949. the wide main aisle features semicircular arches, and in the high altar there is a polychrome wooden image of a crucified Christ.

Bruning Archeological Museum One of the most important in the northern part of the country, the Bruning Archaeological Museum houses a collection of archaeological objects from German ethnographer and linguist Enrique Bruning. The building was inaugurated in 1966; and in its four floors, exhibits gold, silver and copper objects belonging to the various cultures which developed in the region more than 4000 years ago. The Gold Room is highlighted, since it exhibits one of the most important gold and silver jewelry collection in the Americas, with works of art including pieces found in the Tomb of the Lord of Sipán. Monsefu Located 14 km from Chiclayo, Monsefú has a rich countryside, which supplies flowers for the whole of Lambayeque. Its residents are skillful artisans with outstanding handmade items using straw, rattan and linen, such as wide-brimmed hats, baskets and ponchos, which may be seen and bought at the Handicrafts Market. Festival Calendar Trujillo - Peru Trujillo - Peru Trujillo is a city in northwestern Peru. It is located on the lower Moche River, near its mouth on the Pacific Ocean.

Trujillo is the capital of the La Libertad Region , and is the third-largest city in the country, behind Lima and Arequipa. Tourism is also a major industry in Trujillo due to the city's closeness to important sites where the Moche and Chimu civilizations evolved. Trujillo aspires to be considered a World Heritage Site, because of the proximity of both those cultures and its historical colonial city centre whose old houses attract many visitors. Nearby ruins include the Chimu mud city of Chan Chan, and the Moche ruins of Huaca del Sol, Huaca de la Luna, and El Brujo. The world-famous beach Huanchaco, a surfing destination, is located just north of Trujillo. In addition, the revolutionary leader Simon Bolivar lived in a house on the Plaza de Armas. Peru travel Agency is the perfect choice to enjoy an unforgettable experience. It is served by the Cap. FAP Carlos Martinez de Pinillos International Airport Our Peru Travel Package is unique and it has everything you need! The North Tours Area Map, click to enlarge The North of Peru is rich and full of interesting places such as Trujillo, Chiclayo and the lost world of the Chachapoyas.

The Pre-Columbian Chachapoyas culture, conquered in the 15th century by the Incas, has left a landscape scattered with villages and burial sites which until recently had been largely overlooked by archaeologists. Situated in the cloud forests around the town of Chachapoyas in Peru�s northern Amazonas Department, these sites are dominated by the mighty fortress of Kuelap, perched majestically atop mountain-top cliffs overlooking the verdant Andean landscape. In Chachapoyas, remnants of the past invite discovery by the bold adventurer, and the cultures of the present extend a friendly welcome. In Chiclayo you will visit the tomb of the Lord of Sipan (the richest tomb discovered in the Americas), the Valley of the 26 pyramids of Tucume and Bruning Museum where there is an interesting collection of gold artifacts and ceramics The pyramids of the Sun and Moon, just south of Trujillo, are the largest structures ever put up in South America, and are second in the Western Hemisphere only to the Pyramid of Cholula, Mexico, in size.

They formed the spiritual center of the Moche Empire, a highly sophisticated yet mysterious culture that pre-dated the Incas by nearly 1000 years. It is quite certain that the Moche Indians had contact with other civilizations in the ancient Americas, and there is good reason to believe they may have been influenced by Asian ocean- going voyagers as well. The Pyramid of the Moon contains a central, vaulted chamber, and the mountain directly behind, Cerro Blanco, appears to have been shaped by humans into a pyramid form as well. Despite their achievements in architecture, metal-working, and ceramics (one can still find countless pottery shards in the sands surrounding the site), the Moche were very militaristic, and scenes from their pottery depict ritual bloodletting and torture. They may have evolved a system of �black� magic that aided them in their conquests of neighboring peoples, or they may have taken spiritual teachings from Asia and twisted their meanings into bizarre new practices over the centuries. Huanchaco is a fishing town where �caballitos de totora� are still used by the local inhabitants, who venture into the cold currents of the Pacific in these precarious-looking reed boats.

This massive adobe city, really a series of royal compounds built by the Chimu, was a major source of gold for both the Incas, and later, for the Spanish. Though well-looted over the centuries, gold artifacts still occasionally appear in the drifting sands. Contacts between Chan Chan and the Asian continent have never been proven, but there are tantalizing hints. Pottery figures depict Asiatic men with beards and turbans; even the name �Chan Chan� seems to be Chinese in origin. Don�t miss the famous �honeycombs,� where strange acoustic effects allow visitors to whisper to each other over long distances inside the adobe structures. Also visit The small city of Huar�z, the hub for all hiking activity and Chavin de Huantar, the most representative Ceremonial center of the high Peruvian Culture with 3000 years older, Chavin is considered to be the first high Peruvian Culture.

We offer 3 exciting tours in this area , please make a choice: Archaeological Tour of Peru: The Moche and Inca Civilizations | Yampu Tours Archaeological Tour of Peru: The Moche and Inca Civilizations Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec Trip Type Tour Highlights Learning to make delicious truffles at the Chocolate Museum in Cusco. Touring Cusco and local Incan ruins with a private guide, rounding the day off with drinks and appetizers overlooking the beautiful valley at sunset. Visiting the Bruning Archaeological Museum which houses an impressive collection of gold and ceramic artifacts. Touring Trujillo, the largest clay city in the Americas and once the capital of the Chimu Empire. Encountering the richest tomb in the Americas: the tomb of the Lord of Sipan. Watching as locals fish in traditional reed boats that date back to pre-Incan times. Setting foot in the magical Incan citadel, Machu Picchu; a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Interested in this tour? Let us build you a customized quote based on your budget.

Contact an expert tour consultant Tour Details Enjoy a full archaeological tour of Peru, visiting important sites once home to the Moche and Inca civilizations. In addition to the popular Peruvian destinations of Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu, Archaeological Tour of Peru: The Moche and Inca Civilizations includes an introduction to northern Peru, a region rich with cultural history beginning long before the Incas. In Chiclayo you will visit Huaca Rajada, Tucume and El Brujo, a major religious center of the Moche civilization. This cultural tour begins in Cusco where you will learn to make delicious truffles at the Chocolate Museum, enjoy a private tour of Cusco city and local Inca ruins, and watch the sun set over drinks and appetizers. This tour also stops at the Bruning Archaeological Museum, home to impressive gold and ceramic artifacts. After, visit Trujillo, the largest city in the Americas and once home to the Chimu Empire.

In the city of Trujillo, located at the confluence of the Moche River and the Pacific Ocean, you will enjoy a guided tour of the Chan Chan ruins, leftover from the imperial capital and home to 30,000 before being conquered by the Incas. Here, America’s richest tomb, that of Lord Sipan, awaits you. Watch locals catch fish in traditional reed boats before setting off for Machu Picchu for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Explore these incredible ruins followed by an overnight in Aguas Calientes at the foothill of the ruins. Your complete survey of Peru ends in Lima, the country’s capital city, with a guided tour including a visit to the Museo Larco known for its invaluable collection of Peruvian history. Recently, following UNESCO recommendations, Peruvian authorities have placed restrictions on the visitation of Machu Picchu, the lost Incan ruins. Currently, no more than 2,500 people daily will be allowed to visit the ruins. While these new restrictions are great for the preservation of the ruins, they may cause some difficulties in your ability to visit them, so we recommend booking with plenty of notice.

Country Notes: Peru: A valid passport is required to travel and should have at least 6 months’ validity after your return home. You should have at least 2 blank pages per country that you are visiting. If your passport does not meet this requirement at the time of departure, you can be denied boarding for your international flight and may consequently incur additional expenses. You do not need a visa to enter Peru as a tourist with a US passport. However, we always recommend that you double check this for last minute changes with your local consulate. Value Added Tax (IGV) Exemption: All non-resident foreign tourists in Peru who remain in the country less than 60 days (not to exceed 90 days in a calendar year) are exempt from paying the IGV, which is only for residents of Peru. Yampu does not include the 18% tax in our quoted rates. Note that when checking in at each hotel, you can expect to present your passport and the Andean Migration Card (TAM) stamped with your date of entrance into Peru. If your stay in Peru has exceeded 60 days, you will be counted as a resident and you will not be exempt from the IGV.

In this case, you will be required to pay this tax for all hotels and services booked. Please let your Yampu Consultant know immediately if you or a member of your party may be ineligible for this exemption so that we may make the appropriate payment arrangements in advance During your tour you will be visiting high altitude areas. Travelers with medical conditions, such as heart disease, lung disease, high blood pressure, sickle cell disease, or women who may be pregnant, should be advised to consult a physician familiar with high-altitude medical issues before traveling to high altitude areas. For up to date information on recommended and required vaccinations and general health travel tips for Peru please visit the CDC Website , then use the drop down menu to select Peru. Please consult with your physician for clarification or concerns regarding recommended or required vaccinations. Inclusions Prices include round-trip airfare from Lima to Cusco; one-way airfare from Lima to Chiclayo; one-way airfare from Trujillo to Lima; hotel accommodation including continental or buffet breakfast; all transfers between airports and hotels with assistance and baggage handling; guided tours in English, including all entrance fees; and meals where specified.

Note: *Cost includes Vistadome train from Cusco or the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu. Vistadome is ideal for travelers who want a personalized immersion of Andean culture with traditional dances and music along the way. This train features panoramic windows, leather seats, new table design as well as heating and air conditioning. *Deluxe service Hiram Bingham train features an observation wagon with a bar and two dining cars. In addition, this train includes a gourmet brunch on board, exclusive bus return to Machu Picchu, entrance to Machu Picchu as well as a guided tour. Afternoon tea in the Sanctuary Lodge, pre-dinner cocktails and a 4-course, a la carte dinner is also included. The train does not operate on Sundays. Upgrades available from Vistadome to Hiram Bingham Deluxe; please ask your Yampu Tour Consultant for the cost of the upgrade. Exclusions Local airport taxes that are payable in the country of destination are not included. Taxes and security fees that can be paid at time of ticketing are already included. See full description Traveled April, 2014 What an experience!!!

I thought it only fair to let you know that all the planning you did for our time in Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu worked beautifully. I would give full marks to the staff. Everywhere we went we were treated like the very best of guests. The guides were excellent, the transfers went smoothly and the hotel was lovely. Thank you so much. The highlight of our trip was truly enhanced by Yampu Travel. We had one guide for just the two of us everywhere we went and my husband was able to hear and understand much better than in a group situation. What an experience!!! Traveled To Arequipa, Trujillo in Best Latin America Cities to Do Business White papers and expert site selection information Peru is still an emerging player in the IT and BPO services space, but some of its second cities are really starting to make an impact. We have specifically highlighted the beautiful “Ciudad Blanca” of Arequipa , in addition to Trujillo and Chiclayo, as viable alternatives to Lima.

“There are over 350,000 inhabitants between the ages of 15 and 39 years living in these three cities, with a large number of universities and technological institutions,” said Carlos San Roman of Adecco Peru. Now, others are taking note, too, with both Arequipa and Trujillo jumping in AméricaEconomía Intelligence’s list of the best Latin American cities to do business . While Lima comes in at #8, Arequipa has improved to #29, and Trujillo now ranks at #35. (Photo: Ivan Mlinaric ) Sign up for our Nearshore Americas newsletter: Trujillo Peru Trujillo Peru Vacation Rental Share If you are having trouble trying to figure out when to go to Peru , you will be happy to hear that at least one Peruvian city features agreeable weather year round. Known as the City of Eternal Spring, Trujillo Peru is the country’s third largest city, and it is located in the northwest part of the country, just about 350 miles north of Lima .

Once home to the great South American liberator, Simon Bolivar, Trujillo has among its important universities the Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, which Bolivar helped to create just three years after Trujillo declared its independence from Spain . Trujillo Peru maintains a somewhat small town colonial charm, although it is a major commercial city. If you choose to include Trujillo travel in your Peru vacation, you can explore the ruins and cultures of pre-Columbian civilizations that flourished here, and admire the downtown mansions that harken back to the lucrative colonial period. Other important Peru cities that you might consider visiting during your Trujillo vacation are Chiclayo , which is just about 125 miles to the north, and Cajamarca , which is approximately 185 miles northeast. Though Trujillo Peru was one of the first cities that the Spanish conquistadors established in the Americas, the area had already proved significant settling grounds for previous cultures. Among the primary civilizations that flourished near Trujillo, are the Moche and the Chimu. The Moche civilization, also known as the Mochica civilization, thrived throughout northern Peru, roughly between 100 AD-800 AD.

The Moche people left behind a varied collection of artefacts, most notably perhaps of which are the Moche pottery offerings. Scenes depicted on vases and other Moche pottery items suggest a people that revered sexual exploits, among other things. Hints into the Moche means of agriculture, transportation and overall society can be found on these beautifully painted relics. Moche archaeological sites of primary importance can be found just 15 minutes south of Trujillo, and you can visit them on one of the Trujillo tours. The Sun Temple (Huaca El Sol), and the Moon Temple (Huaca La Luna), are the featured Moche archaeological sites. Perhaps the most popular Trujillo tours are those that head to the excavated Chimu city of Chan Chan . The Chimu came after the Moche people, and their empire reached its zenith in the 1400"s. The Chimu glory days would not last long after this heightened period, as the Inca would soon conquer the region. The Inca settlement in Trujillo would fall upon the arrival of the Spaniards.

Diego de Almagro, a Spanish conquistador who helped Francisco Pizarro conquer Peru, founded Trujillo on December 6, 1534. He named the city Trujillo, after the city in Spain where Pizarro was born. Spanish royalty would rank Trujillo as an official city in 1537, and the Spanish would go on to make the city quite an opulent place. In the late 1600"s, the Spanish conquerors erected a large wall around the city, partly to protect themselves from pirates. Trujillo tourism greatly benefits from this old wall and the historical center that lies within its enclosure. Here, you will find beautiful mansions of varying pastel colors, whose wrought-iron window protectors are a huge Trujillo tourism draw. Among the mansions you might consider visiting on your Trujillo vacation, is Casa Urquiaga, were Bolivar lived for 2 years in the 1820"s. Some of the churches built by the Spanish are part of the allure of a Trujillo vacation, and many visitors and locals alike enjoy hanging out at the grand Plaza de Armas.

Trujillo proclaimed its independence from Spain on December 20, 1820, making it the first major Peruvian city to do so. Peru Map Trujillo tourism isn’t limited to just archaeological sites and Spanish colonial treasures. Every year in January, one of the top Peru events takes place here, and the nearby beaches are where you can find some of the best Peru surfing . Here, the waves just might be the longest in the world, and every March a surfing competition is held along the nearby coast. The aforementioned Trujillo event is known as the National Marinera Dance Contest, and if you are here in October, you won’t want to miss out on the International Spring Festival. Rounding out the primary attractions you might include on your Trujillo vacation itinerary, is the nearby beach and vacation spot of Huanchaco, where some of the best Trujillo hotels are found. Huanchaco is not far from the Chan Chan site, and besides being a prime spot for surfing and other water activities, it is a great place to try ceviche.

Ceviche is a signature Peru food dish that is basically a seafood salad marinated in citrus juices, and being so close to the coast, you can bet the day’s catch often makes the Trujillo restaurant menus. Be sure to check out the reed fishing boats at Huanchaco, which are known as “Caballitos de totora”. Totora is a certain kind of reed that grows in South America, and the Uros people who live on Lake Titicaca reside on totora reed islands. Peru is quite the fascinating country, that is for sure. Hotels NORTHERN PERU - Trujillo - Chiclayo - Cajmarca- Chachapoyas - Piura - Luxury Tours South America - Luxury Latin America - Peru Tour - Peru Vacations Arrival in Lima, reception and transfer to your hotel. Day 2: Trujillo After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the morning flight to Trujillo. Reception and transfer to your hotel. Free day to explore Trujillo, the third largest city in Peru, at your own leisure.

Meals: B Day 3: Chan Chan After breakfast, a guided visit to the metropolis of Chan-Chan, the ancient capital city of the Chimu Empire. It is the largest pre-Columbian city in South America, built entirely of mud and adobe brick. A stop is made at Huaca Dragon to visit this restored, pyramidal shaped adobe temple consecrated to the rainbow, and with beautiful bas-reliefs. A visit to the small nearby archaeological museum concludes the tour. Return to your hotel. Meals: B Day 4: Chiclayo museums Short journey by bus to Chiclayo. Reception and transfer to your hotel. Trip to the wonderful Brunning museum, housing artefacts from several cultures. Lunch followed by a visit to both the Sipan and Sican museums. The day concludes with a visit to the Tucume complex, where over 26 pyramids are located. Return to your hotel. Day 5: Cajamarca Long journey by bus to Cajamarca. Reception and transfer to your hotel. Free evening.

Day 6: Cumbemayo Full day excursion to Cumbemayo, some 20 km outside of the town and the site of ancient, pre-inca channels engraved into the mountainside. The ducts were built by the old Cajamarca culture. Return to Cajamarca. Day 7: Otuzco Day of leisure to enjoy the town, famous for in 1532, Pizarro imprisoned and subsequently executed Inca Atahualpa, bringing to an end the Inca Nation. A chance to visit the thermal baths at Banos del Inca. Optional visit to the pre-inca graveyards of Otuzco, carved into the hillside and dating back to over 1000BC. Day 8: Chachapoyas After breakfast, bus journey to Chachapoyas, the capital of the Amazonas department. Arrival and transfer to your hotel. Meals: B Day 9: Lamud A full day's tour starting in the valley of Utcubamba heading towards the village of Lamud. From here, at a distance, you can see the standing mud coffins of Lamud decorated with anthropomorphic reliefs and with feline paws and human heads.

The Sachapuyans, after placing the coffins in these strategic locations on the cliffs, destroyed the paths which led to them thus avoiding any disturbance of their dead. After lunch, return to Chachapoyas. Meals: L Day 10: Kuelap Early departure from Chachapoyas to Tingo. Ascent to the ruins of Kuelap, the huge fortress dominating the skyline above the Amazonas landscape and hailed as the Machu Picchu of Northern Peru. To get a good view of the whole complex, a climb to the Kuelap watch-tower, where the gigantic outer walls and the whole extension of this former fortress can be fully appreciated. In the afternoon, return to Tingo and then to Chachapoyas. Accommodation. Day 11: Chiclayo After breakfast, return to Chiclayo by bus. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Meals: B Day 12: Piura Trip to Piura, the most northerly city in Peru. Reception and transfer to your hotel. City tour of Piura, the first Peruvian city established by the colonising Spanish.

Day 13: Catacaos Day trip to Catacaos, the artisan capital of Northern Peru. Splendid opportunity to observe gold and silver jewels being crafted by the local artisans. Day 14: Sechua A visit to Sechua, just south of Piura and home to one of the driest deserts in the world. Visit to nearby Lake Napique, home to many flamingos and other bird species. Transfer to the airport for the return flight back to Lima. Day 15: Lima Leisurely day with plenty of opportunity for shopping before your transfer to the airport and your return flight home. End of our services. Chiclayo Travel Guide Chiclayo Hotels and Tours Chiclayo Travel Guide About Chiclayo City The Chiclayo is a part of Peru where the tropical sun, desert oases and the fresh sea breeze come together. Legend has it that the god Naylamp sailed here together with a vast retinue thousands of years ago to found his empire. In fact, many ancient civilizations saw the strategic advantage of controlling this region, which today is a major business hub in northern Peru, where routes come together from the coast, highlands and jungle.

On top of the desert sands and in the midst of valleys, ancient civilizations constructed sacred pyramids. But it was not until 1987, the year of the discovery of the Lord of Sipán (the most grandiose tomb in the Americas) that the world took notice of the importance of these temple mounds, fallen from grace on the outside but hiding splendor in the inside: Sicán , Túcume and Chotuna to name a few. As a result of the recovery, world class museums, the best in Peru, like the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum , have been built. Chiclayo City is the capital of the department of Lambayeque. Is a skilful and economical power city from the north of the country. Located on a productive valley, where agriculture activities are very important, outstanding rice production, sugar cane and cotton. It is a strategic point in the middle of many highways and roads connections. In its valleys flourished many important pre-Inca cultures, such as " Lambayeque or Sicán ", " Mochica " and " Chimú ". During the Colony, it was only a simple Indian village in the road that connected Lambayeque and Zaña.

Colony constructions does not exist, nevertheless today it is a city in full development process, having important discoveries as a main entrance, such as "El Señor de Sipán" (Lord of Sipán) at Huaca Rajada (important master discovered in 1987 with his in-life treasures), "Señor de Sicán" at Batangrande - Pómac and Túcume. Thanks to these important discoveries, Chiclayo turns out to be the second important destiny, after Cuzco , for the archaeological and monumental tourism in Peru. The kindness and warmness of the people from Lambayeque had worth the nickname of "capital of friendship"; being very religious and having devotion to "Cruz de Chalpón", that each year celebrate a great festival that joins a lot of pilgrims in Motupe from all the country. Chiclayo City Overview Chiclayo Guide Archaeological Sites in Chiclayo : There are hundreds of archaeological places located in the valleys of Zaña, Lambayeque, La Leche and Motupe, where the pre-Inca cultures Lambayeque, Sicán, Mochica and Chimú, developed until the arrival of the Incas.

In these valleys jewels of gold had been found and extracted, forming the fabulous collection appreciated in local museums. Outstanding the last discoveries of "Señor de Sipán" (Lord of Sipan) in Huaca Rajada, "Señor de Sicán" in Batangrande - Pómac, and the Valley of he Pyramids in Túcume. Museo Tumbas Reales de Sipán : The Museum of the Royal Tombs of Sipán showcase the marvelous finds from Huaca Rajada. Exhibits the most important archaeological remains of the Mochica Culture, in an exceptional exhibition that combines maximum scientific accuracy, security and enjoyment to show the jewels, emblems and ornaments found in the tomb of a Mochica government leader called the Lord of Sipán. Located in Lambayeque city. Museo Nacional Sicán : This unique museum is the result of over two decades of scientific investigation by the Sicán Archaeological Project. The museum is singular in a number of respects: It is dedicated to scientific research of the Sicán or Lambayeque culture and dissemination of its results, as well as protection and storage of the material remains of this culture.

This exhibit focuses on all aspects of the Sicán people and their culture. Located in Ferreñafe city. Brüning Museum: Here, a collection of archeological objects gathered by the German ethnographer Heinrich Brüning is displayed. The four floors of the museum show ceramic, textile, stone and wood worked artifacts. Taken together, they demonstrate the vigorous artistic and technological character of the regional cultures of the past 5000 years. The "Sala de Oro" (Gold Room) of this museum is an exhibition of the priceless historic treasure of the pre-Colombian America. Located in Lambayeque city, Avenida Huamachuco, block 8. Visiting hours: Mon. – Sun. 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. including holidays. Around Chiclayo : Picturesque rural towns with a great ancestral history, the Bosque de Pómac Historical Sanctuary, and beautiful marine landscapes in their coastal, fishing villages and beaches invite you to travel in time and see the evolution of the Mochicans. You can visit the circuit of Pimentel, Santa Rosa, Monsefú and Eten where is the 3rd Eucharistic city of the World.

Also the towns of Lambayeque, Ferreñafe, Zaña and Salas the town of wizards and sorcerers. Moche Route : The Moche Route program is an initiative of the Fundación Backus, its main goal is to promote the research, conservation and public use of the cultural and archaeological patrimony in the northern coast of Peru, to generate more frequent tourist activities and to complement the ones in the south, which have become more and more common. The Moche Route program does not promote tourism in all the Mochica archaeological monuments, only in those where there is currently an investigation project such as Túcume, the Brüning Museum and the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum ; San José de Moro, El Brujo complex and the Huaca del Sol and Huaca de la Luna (in Trujillo - La Libertad). Protected Natural Areas in Lambayeque : There are three large protected areas in the department of Lambayeque, highlighting the Pomac Forest Historical Sanctuary by its dry forests and rich archaeological sites belonging to the Sican culture. Besides the Laquipampa Wildlife Refuge to protect the White-winged Guan and Reserve Chaparrí private conservation area.

All near the city of Chiclayo and the first 2 more accessible from the city of Ferreñafe . Recommended places for bird watchers and nature lovers. The Witch Doctor's Market: Is located in southwest corner of Mercado Modelo of Chiclayo city. The brujos (witch doctors), curanderos (healers) and shamans sell tonics, hallucinogenic beverages, aromatic herbs, amulets and more, and they make traditional medicine treatments, also read cards, guess the future or move away the bad spirits. Ancestral knowledge of the curative properties of plants has permitted Peruvian healers to develop a veritable pharmacopoeia as part of man's religious integration with nature. Using these plants is widespread not only among healers and indigenous people but also among the residents of large modern cities who appreciate their curative properties. A "chamico" (Datura stramonium) tea is recommended to combat asthma while quinine, an extract of the "quina" or "cascarilla" (Cinchona officinalis) is a sure remedy against malaria.

Kidney and gall bladder stones can be dissolved drinking a beverage made with "cola de caballo" (Andropogon bicornis) or "chancapiedra" (literally "stone crusher", or Phyllanthus niruri). Meanwhile, jacaranda (Jacaranda acutifolia) and "huamanripa" (Laccopetalum giganteum) have proven effectiveness against bronchial conditions. "Matico" (Piper adumcum) is an anti-inflammatory and "tara" (Caesalpina spinosa) leaves are an effective anti-diarrheic. "Uña de gato" (Uncaria tomentosa) acts as an inhibitor of cancer cells and valerian (Valeriana pinnatifida) prevents epilepsy and cures insomnia. We recommend you a combined visit to Chiclayo and Trujillo . CHICLAYO - PHOTO GALLERY...

Question: Trujillo and Chiclayo are cities in which country in the Americas
Answer: Peru