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AYACUCHONear Ayacucho are located the Pampa de Ayacucho Historical Sanctuary; Quinua, a craftmen village; and the Wari Archaeologi-cal Complex whose civilization is originally from this city.

Distances from Ayacucho(Main Square)

Km (Miles) DestinationWari Archaeological ComplexQuinuaHuantaCangalloVilcashuamánVischongo

22 (14)32 (20)48 (30)

100 (62)118 (73)98 (61)

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AYACUCHONear Ayacucho are located the Pampa de Ayacucho Historical Sanctuary; Quinua, a craftmen village; and the Wari Archaeological Complex whose civilization is originally from this city.

EXCURSIONS MAP

Easter in Ayacucho combines the religious fervor and the traditions that are proudly kept by their people.

The climateThe climate in Ayacucho is mild. Bring warm clothes for the evenings. Upon arrival, drink coca leaf tea to counter the effects of high altitude.

Easter in Ayacucho

Km (Miles) Time22 (14)32 (20)48 (30)

100 (62)118 (73)98 (61)

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combines the religious fervor and the traditions that are proudly kept by their people.

The climateThe climate in Ayacucho is mild. Bring warm clothes for the evenings. Upon arrival, drink coca leaf tea to counter the effects of high altitude.

Easter in Ayacucho

Easter in Ayacucho combines the religious fervor and the traditions that are proudly kept by their people.

The climateThe climate in Ayacucho is mild. Bring warm clothes for the evenings. Upon arrival, drink coca leaf tea to counter the effects of high altitude.

Easter in Ayacucho

. They display Colonial architectural and decorative styles. Besides the Cathedral, there are some other outstanding churches such as: Santa Teresa, Santo Domingo, San Francisco de Asís, and La Compañia de Jesús Church.

CRAFTSMEN’S QUARTERS. The workshops of the most outstanding Ayacucho’s folk arts masters are located in Santa Ana, Puca Cruz, Belén, and La Libertad.

. This place preserves the typical Andean

Capitulation of Ayacucho, which sealed Peru’s independence, was signed there in 1824.

. This archaeological complex is one of the largest urban centers of ancient Peru belonging to the Wari culture which developed between the 6th and the 11th centuries. It is composed of stone and mud constructions lined with a fine plaster, mostly painted in red and white.

. It was an Inca administrative center. During the Colony time a church was built on the foundations of the Templo del Sol y la Luna (Temple of the Sun and Moon) using the stones from the temple’s walls. Ushno is a truncated stepped pyramid of five-platforms.

TITANKAYOCC FOREST. It is considered one of the most extensive forests of its kind. Within 1.200 hectares (2965,27 acres) of puna, it houses around 250 thousand species of puya Raimondi (titanka in Quechua).

. The “Emerald of the Andes” stands out for its variety of flora and fauna. The zone has diverse ecosystems, going from the cloud forest to the snow-

. It features waterfalls which are perfect for practicing Andean spiritual rituals. There are also hot springs and gasified water springs.

Jr. Dos de Mayo 212, Cercado(In front of La Merced Church)Telephone: (066) 31-8305iperuayacucho@promperu.gob.pe

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CHURCHES. They display Colonial architectural and decorative styles. Besides the Cathedral, there are some other outstanding churches such as: Santa Teresa, Santo Domingo, San Francisco de Asís, and La Compañia de Jesús Church.

CRAFTSMEN’S QUARTERS. The workshops of the most outstanding Ayacucho’s folk arts masters are located in Santa Ana, Puca Cruz, Belén, and La Libertad.

QUINUA. This place preserves the typical Andean

Capitulation of Ayacucho, which sealed Peru’s independence, was signed there in 1824.

WARI. This archaeological complex is one of the largest urban centers of ancient Peru belonging to the Wari culture which developed between the 6th and the 11th centuries. It is composed of stone and mud constructions lined with a fine plaster, mostly painted in red and white.

VILCASHUAMÁN. It was an Inca administrative center. During the Colony time a church was built on the foundations of the Templo del Sol y la Luna (Temple of the Sun and Moon) using the stones from the temple’s walls. Ushno is a truncated stepped pyramid of five-platforms.

TITANKAYOCC FOREST. It is considered one of the most extensive forests of its kind. Within 1.200 hectares (2965,27 acres) of puna, it houses around 250 thousand species of puya Raimondi (titanka in Quechua).

HUANTA. The “Emerald of the Andes” stands out for its variety of flora and fauna. The zone has diverse ecosystems, going from the cloud forest to the snow-capped peaks.

CANGALLO. It features waterfalls which are perfect for practicing Andean spiritual rituals. There are also hot springs and gasified water springs.

Must-see places:

Ayacucho’s carnival

Altitude: 2,761 masl / 9,058 fasl

Download the digital version here:

For further information visit:peru.travel

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

have an impressive creativity. Skilled goldsmiths, po�ers, sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Welcome to Ayacucho

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

HandicraftAyacucho’s folk art covers a wide range of creations. The most outstanding ones are the Huamanga stone carvings, weavings and embroideries, po�ery, altarpieces, silver filigree jewelry, tinsmithery, fur and carved leather works.

NatureAyacucho is located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes; therefore, it has a great ecological diversity. Andean animals and native plants find refuge in this land.

Culture History remains alive in Ayacucho. Ancestral traditions are preserved, from ceremonies, such as the chaccu (vicuña shearing), to Andean spiritual rituals and Christian processions.

Joaquín Rubio / PROMPERÚ

Carlos Sala / PROMPERÚ

Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Ayacuchotourist map 1 Castilla y Zamora Mansion 2 Cathedral 3 Velarde Álvarez Mansion (Cultural Center of the San Cristóbal de Humanga National University-UNSCH) 4 Ruiz de Ochoa Mansion (former Jauregui Mansion) 5 Boza y Solís Mansion 6 La Compañía de Jesus Church 7 Arch of Triumph 8 San Francisco de Asís Church and Convent 9 San Cristóbal Cultural and Tourist Center 10 Vivanco Mansion (Mariscal Cáceres Museum) 11 Santa Teresa Church and Convent 12 Santa Ana Church 13 Acuchimay Hill (Tourist Viewpoint) 14 Santo Domingo Church 15 Shosaku Nagase Handicraft Market 16 Memorial Museum 17 Joaquin López Antay Folk Art Museum 18 La Merced Church P Tourist Police Station

To Los Libertadoresde América

Bus Terminal

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

Welcometo Ayacucho

Ayacucho’s carnival

Altitude: 2,761 masl / 9,058 fasl

Download the digital version here:

For further information visit:peru.travel

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

have an impressive creativity. Skilled goldsmiths, po�ers, sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Welcome to Ayacucho

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

HandicraftAyacucho’s folk art covers a wide range of creations. The most outstanding ones are the Huamanga stone carvings, weavings and embroideries, po�ery, altarpieces, silver filigree jewelry, tinsmithery, fur and carved leather works.

NatureAyacucho is located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes; therefore, it has a great ecological diversity. Andean animals and native plants find refuge in this land.

Culture History remains alive in Ayacucho. Ancestral traditions are preserved, from ceremonies, such as the chaccu (vicuña shearing), to Andean spiritual rituals and Christian processions.

Joaquín Rubio / PROMPERÚ

Carlos Sala / PROMPERÚ

Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Ayacuchotourist map 1 Castilla y Zamora Mansion 2 Cathedral 3 Velarde Álvarez Mansion (Cultural Center of the San Cristóbal de Humanga National University-UNSCH) 4 Ruiz de Ochoa Mansion (former Jauregui Mansion) 5 Boza y Solís Mansion 6 La Compañía de Jesus Church 7 Arch of Triumph 8 San Francisco de Asís Church and Convent 9 San Cristóbal Cultural and Tourist Center 10 Vivanco Mansion (Mariscal Cáceres Museum) 11 Santa Teresa Church and Convent 12 Santa Ana Church 13 Acuchimay Hill (Tourist Viewpoint) 14 Santo Domingo Church 15 Shosaku Nagase Handicraft Market 16 Memorial Museum 17 Joaquin López Antay Folk Art Museum 18 La Merced Church P Tourist Police Station

To Los Libertadoresde América

Bus Terminal

Ayacucho’s carnival

sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

Ayacucho’s carnival

Altitude: 2,761 masl / 9,058 fasl

Download the digital version here:

For further information visit:peru.travel

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

have an impressive creativity. Skilled goldsmiths, po�ers, sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Welcome to Ayacucho

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

HandicraftAyacucho’s folk art covers a wide range of creations. The most outstanding ones are the Huamanga stone carvings, weavings and embroideries, po�ery, altarpieces, silver filigree jewelry, tinsmithery, fur and carved leather works.

NatureAyacucho is located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes; therefore, it has a great ecological diversity. Andean animals and native plants find refuge in this land.

Culture History remains alive in Ayacucho. Ancestral traditions are preserved, from ceremonies, such as the chaccu (vicuña shearing), to Andean spiritual rituals and Christian processions.

Joaquín Rubio / PROMPERÚ

Carlos Sala / PROMPERÚ

Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Ayacuchotourist map 1 Castilla y Zamora Mansion 2 Cathedral 3 Velarde Álvarez Mansion (Cultural Center of the San Cristóbal de Humanga National University-UNSCH) 4 Ruiz de Ochoa Mansion (former Jauregui Mansion) 5 Boza y Solís Mansion 6 La Compañía de Jesus Church 7 Arch of Triumph 8 San Francisco de Asís Church and Convent 9 San Cristóbal Cultural and Tourist Center 10 Vivanco Mansion (Mariscal Cáceres Museum) 11 Santa Teresa Church and Convent 12 Santa Ana Church 13 Acuchimay Hill (Tourist Viewpoint) 14 Santo Domingo Church 15 Shosaku Nagase Handicraft Market 16 Memorial Museum 17 Joaquin López Antay Folk Art Museum 18 La Merced Church P Tourist Police Station

To Los Libertadoresde América

Bus Terminal

Ayacucho’s carnival

Altitude: 2,761 masl / 9,058 fasl

Download the digital version here:

For further information visit:peru.travel

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

have an impressive creativity. Skilled goldsmiths, po�ers, sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Welcome to Ayacucho

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

HandicraftAyacucho’s folk art covers a wide range of creations. The most outstanding ones are the Huamanga stone carvings, weavings and embroideries, po�ery, altarpieces, silver filigree jewelry, tinsmithery, fur and carved leather works.

NatureAyacucho is located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes; therefore, it has a great ecological diversity. Andean animals and native plants find refuge in this land.

Culture History remains alive in Ayacucho. Ancestral traditions are preserved, from ceremonies, such as the chaccu (vicuña shearing), to Andean spiritual rituals and Christian processions.

Joaquín Rubio / PROMPERÚ

Carlos Sala / PROMPERÚ

Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Ayacuchotourist map 1 Castilla y Zamora Mansion 2 Cathedral 3 Velarde Álvarez Mansion (Cultural Center of the San Cristóbal de Humanga National University-UNSCH) 4 Ruiz de Ochoa Mansion (former Jauregui Mansion) 5 Boza y Solís Mansion 6 La Compañía de Jesus Church 7 Arch of Triumph 8 San Francisco de Asís Church and Convent 9 San Cristóbal Cultural and Tourist Center 10 Vivanco Mansion (Mariscal Cáceres Museum) 11 Santa Teresa Church and Convent 12 Santa Ana Church 13 Acuchimay Hill (Tourist Viewpoint) 14 Santo Domingo Church 15 Shosaku Nagase Handicraft Market 16 Memorial Museum 17 Joaquin López Antay Folk Art Museum 18 La Merced Church P Tourist Police Station

To Los Libertadoresde América

Bus Terminal

Ayacucho’s carnival

Altitude: 2,761 masl / 9,058 fasl

Download the digital version here:

For further information visit:peru.travel

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

have an impressive creativity. Skilled goldsmiths, po�ers, sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Welcome to Ayacucho

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

HandicraftAyacucho’s folk art covers a wide range of creations. The most outstanding ones are the Huamanga stone carvings, weavings and embroideries, po�ery, altarpieces, silver filigree jewelry, tinsmithery, fur and carved leather works.

NatureAyacucho is located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes; therefore, it has a great ecological diversity. Andean animals and native plants find refuge in this land.

Culture History remains alive in Ayacucho. Ancestral traditions are preserved, from ceremonies, such as the chaccu (vicuña shearing), to Andean spiritual rituals and Christian processions.

Joaquín Rubio / PROMPERÚ

Carlos Sala / PROMPERÚ

Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Ayacuchotourist map 1 Castilla y Zamora Mansion 2 Cathedral 3 Velarde Álvarez Mansion (Cultural Center of the San Cristóbal de Humanga National University-UNSCH) 4 Ruiz de Ochoa Mansion (former Jauregui Mansion) 5 Boza y Solís Mansion 6 La Compañía de Jesus Church 7 Arch of Triumph 8 San Francisco de Asís Church and Convent 9 San Cristóbal Cultural and Tourist Center 10 Vivanco Mansion (Mariscal Cáceres Museum) 11 Santa Teresa Church and Convent 12 Santa Ana Church 13 Acuchimay Hill (Tourist Viewpoint) 14 Santo Domingo Church 15 Shosaku Nagase Handicraft Market 16 Memorial Museum 17 Joaquin López Antay Folk Art Museum 18 La Merced Church P Tourist Police Station

To Los Libertadoresde América

Bus Terminal

Ayacucho’s carnival

Altitude: 2,761 masl / 9,058 fasl

Download the digital version here:

For further information visit:peru.travel

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

have an impressive creativity. Skilled goldsmiths, po�ers, sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Welcome to Ayacucho

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

HandicraftAyacucho’s folk art covers a wide range of creations. The most outstanding ones are the Huamanga stone carvings, weavings and embroideries, po�ery, altarpieces, silver filigree jewelry, tinsmithery, fur and carved leather works.

NatureAyacucho is located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes; therefore, it has a great ecological diversity. Andean animals and native plants find refuge in this land.

Culture History remains alive in Ayacucho. Ancestral traditions are preserved, from ceremonies, such as the chaccu (vicuña shearing), to Andean spiritual rituals and Christian processions.

Joaquín Rubio / PROMPERÚ

Carlos Sala / PROMPERÚ

Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Ayacuchotourist map 1 Castilla y Zamora Mansion 2 Cathedral 3 Velarde Álvarez Mansion (Cultural Center of the San Cristóbal de Humanga National University-UNSCH) 4 Ruiz de Ochoa Mansion (former Jauregui Mansion) 5 Boza y Solís Mansion 6 La Compañía de Jesus Church 7 Arch of Triumph 8 San Francisco de Asís Church and Convent 9 San Cristóbal Cultural and Tourist Center 10 Vivanco Mansion (Mariscal Cáceres Museum) 11 Santa Teresa Church and Convent 12 Santa Ana Church 13 Acuchimay Hill (Tourist Viewpoint) 14 Santo Domingo Church 15 Shosaku Nagase Handicraft Market 16 Memorial Museum 17 Joaquin López Antay Folk Art Museum 18 La Merced Church P Tourist Police Station

To Los Libertadoresde América

Bus Terminal

Ayacucho’s carnival

Altitude: 2,761 masl / 9,058 fasl

Download the digital version here:

For further information visit:peru.travel

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

have an impressive creativity. Skilled goldsmiths, po�ers, sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Welcome to Ayacucho

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

HandicraftAyacucho’s folk art covers a wide range of creations. The most outstanding ones are the Huamanga stone carvings, weavings and embroideries, po�ery, altarpieces, silver filigree jewelry, tinsmithery, fur and carved leather works.

NatureAyacucho is located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes; therefore, it has a great ecological diversity. Andean animals and native plants find refuge in this land.

Culture History remains alive in Ayacucho. Ancestral traditions are preserved, from ceremonies, such as the chaccu (vicuña shearing), to Andean spiritual rituals and Christian processions.

Joaquín Rubio / PROMPERÚ

Carlos Sala / PROMPERÚ

Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Ayacuchotourist map 1 Castilla y Zamora Mansion 2 Cathedral 3 Velarde Álvarez Mansion (Cultural Center of the San Cristóbal de Humanga National University-UNSCH) 4 Ruiz de Ochoa Mansion (former Jauregui Mansion) 5 Boza y Solís Mansion 6 La Compañía de Jesus Church 7 Arch of Triumph 8 San Francisco de Asís Church and Convent 9 San Cristóbal Cultural and Tourist Center 10 Vivanco Mansion (Mariscal Cáceres Museum) 11 Santa Teresa Church and Convent 12 Santa Ana Church 13 Acuchimay Hill (Tourist Viewpoint) 14 Santo Domingo Church 15 Shosaku Nagase Handicraft Market 16 Memorial Museum 17 Joaquin López Antay Folk Art Museum 18 La Merced Church P Tourist Police Station

To Los Libertadoresde América

Bus Terminal

Ayacucho’s carnival

Altitude: 2,761 masl / 9,058 fasl

Download the digital version here:

For further information visit:peru.travel

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

have an impressive creativity. Skilled goldsmiths, po�ers, sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Welcome to Ayacucho

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

HandicraftAyacucho’s folk art covers a wide range of creations. The most outstanding ones are the Huamanga stone carvings, weavings and embroideries, po�ery, altarpieces, silver filigree jewelry, tinsmithery, fur and carved leather works.

NatureAyacucho is located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes; therefore, it has a great ecological diversity. Andean animals and native plants find refuge in this land.

Culture History remains alive in Ayacucho. Ancestral traditions are preserved, from ceremonies, such as the chaccu (vicuña shearing), to Andean spiritual rituals and Christian processions.

Joaquín Rubio / PROMPERÚ

Carlos Sala / PROMPERÚ

Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Ayacuchotourist map 1 Castilla y Zamora Mansion 2 Cathedral 3 Velarde Álvarez Mansion (Cultural Center of the San Cristóbal de Humanga National University-UNSCH) 4 Ruiz de Ochoa Mansion (former Jauregui Mansion) 5 Boza y Solís Mansion 6 La Compañía de Jesus Church 7 Arch of Triumph 8 San Francisco de Asís Church and Convent 9 San Cristóbal Cultural and Tourist Center 10 Vivanco Mansion (Mariscal Cáceres Museum) 11 Santa Teresa Church and Convent 12 Santa Ana Church 13 Acuchimay Hill (Tourist Viewpoint) 14 Santo Domingo Church 15 Shosaku Nagase Handicraft Market 16 Memorial Museum 17 Joaquin López Antay Folk Art Museum 18 La Merced Church P Tourist Police Station

To Los Libertadoresde América

Bus Terminal

Ayacucho’s carnival

Altitude: 2,761 masl / 9,058 fasl

Download the digital version here:

For further information visit:peru.travel

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

have an impressive creativity. Skilled goldsmiths, po�ers, sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Welcome to Ayacucho

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

HandicraftAyacucho’s folk art covers a wide range of creations. The most outstanding ones are the Huamanga stone carvings, weavings and embroideries, po�ery, altarpieces, silver filigree jewelry, tinsmithery, fur and carved leather works.

NatureAyacucho is located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes; therefore, it has a great ecological diversity. Andean animals and native plants find refuge in this land.

Culture History remains alive in Ayacucho. Ancestral traditions are preserved, from ceremonies, such as the chaccu (vicuña shearing), to Andean spiritual rituals and Christian processions.

Joaquín Rubio / PROMPERÚ

Carlos Sala / PROMPERÚ

Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Ayacuchotourist map 1 Castilla y Zamora Mansion 2 Cathedral 3 Velarde Álvarez Mansion (Cultural Center of the San Cristóbal de Humanga National University-UNSCH) 4 Ruiz de Ochoa Mansion (former Jauregui Mansion) 5 Boza y Solís Mansion 6 La Compañía de Jesus Church 7 Arch of Triumph 8 San Francisco de Asís Church and Convent 9 San Cristóbal Cultural and Tourist Center 10 Vivanco Mansion (Mariscal Cáceres Museum) 11 Santa Teresa Church and Convent 12 Santa Ana Church 13 Acuchimay Hill (Tourist Viewpoint) 14 Santo Domingo Church 15 Shosaku Nagase Handicraft Market 16 Memorial Museum 17 Joaquin López Antay Folk Art Museum 18 La Merced Church P Tourist Police Station

To Los Libertadoresde América

Bus Terminal

Ayacucho’s carnival

Altitude: 2,761 masl / 9,058 fasl

Download the digital version here:

For further information visit:peru.travel

The City of Churches (a total of 33, the same as Christ´s age at his death and resurrection) is a place where its kind and cheerful people show a spirituality that dates back to pre-Hispanic times. Its festivities have a strong religious background, even the Carnival which has been declared National Cultural Heritage. Ayacucho, also known as Huamanga, is the capital of this department. Its people

have an impressive creativity. Skilled goldsmiths, po�ers, sculptors, and weavers dazzle with their works. For this reason, Ayacucho is also known as Peru’s Capital of Folk Arts and Handicrafts, offering interesting options for cultural tourism and nature enthusiasts.

Welcome to Ayacucho

Dircetur Ayacucho / PROMPERÚ

HandicraftAyacucho’s folk art covers a wide range of creations. The most outstanding ones are the Huamanga stone carvings, weavings and embroideries, po�ery, altarpieces, silver filigree jewelry, tinsmithery, fur and carved leather works.

NatureAyacucho is located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes; therefore, it has a great ecological diversity. Andean animals and native plants find refuge in this land.

Culture History remains alive in Ayacucho. Ancestral traditions are preserved, from ceremonies, such as the chaccu (vicuña shearing), to Andean spiritual rituals and Christian processions.

Joaquín Rubio / PROMPERÚ

Carlos Sala / PROMPERÚ

Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Ayacuchotourist map 1 Castilla y Zamora Mansion 2 Cathedral 3 Velarde Álvarez Mansion (Cultural Center of the San Cristóbal de Humanga National University-UNSCH) 4 Ruiz de Ochoa Mansion (former Jauregui Mansion) 5 Boza y Solís Mansion 6 La Compañía de Jesus Church 7 Arch of Triumph 8 San Francisco de Asís Church and Convent 9 San Cristóbal Cultural and Tourist Center 10 Vivanco Mansion (Mariscal Cáceres Museum) 11 Santa Teresa Church and Convent 12 Santa Ana Church 13 Acuchimay Hill (Tourist Viewpoint) 14 Santo Domingo Church 15 Shosaku Nagase Handicraft Market 16 Memorial Museum 17 Joaquin López Antay Folk Art Museum 18 La Merced Church P Tourist Police Station

To Los Libertadoresde América

Bus Terminal

Jr. Dos de Mayo 212, Cercado(In front of La Merced Church)Telephone: (066) 31-8305iperuayacucho@promperu.gob.pe

Coronel FAP Alfredo Mendívil AirportArrivals lounge iperuayacuchoapto@promperu.gob.pe

Should you require further information on Ayacucho, please contact us:

iperu@promperu.gob.pe

(01)574-800024 horas / hours

peru.travel

The information contained in this brochure has been updated in April 2014. In order to create it, PROMPERÚ has used official information sources and has worked with the Fair Trade and Tourism Regional Offices.

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Hecho el Depósito Legal en la Biblioteca Nacionaldel Perú Nº 2014-06180Printing office: Rapimagen (Jr. Callao 465 of. 201, Lima 1)Lima, April 2014FREE DISTRIBUTION. NOT FOR SALE.