Puruchuco, Lima

Name: Puruchuco
Address: Carretera Central Km 4,5, Lima, 3, Peru

#55 among attractions in Lima

Archaeological site, History museum, Historical place

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Puruchuco is an archaeological site in Peru that was an administrative center of the Inca period, located in the Ate District, in Lima. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 12°2'59"S, 76°56'10"W

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Carretera Central Km 4,5Lima Este (Ate)Lima 3 Peru

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Puruchuco – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jockey Plaza, Museum of the Nation, Presbítero Maestro, La Rambla.

3.7 miSW
Shopping centre, Shopping
Jockey Plaza, Lima
95 min walk • Jockey Plaza stands as a beacon of modern retail and leisure in the bustling city of Lima, Peru. This expansive shopping center, which opened its doors in 1997, has since evolved into one of Lima's premier destinations for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
5.1 miSW
Museum, History museum
Museum of the Nation, Lima
131 min walk • The Museum of the Nation, situated in the heart of Lima, Peru, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of this South American nation. This premier museum offers an extensive journey through Peru's diverse history, showcasing artifacts from ancient...
4.8 miW
City cemetery with day and night tours
Presbítero Maestro, Lima
124 min walk • The Presbítero Maestro, nestled in the heart of Lima, Peru, stands as a testament to the city's historical and architectural heritage. Inaugurated in 1808, this cemetery is not just the oldest in the capital but also the first of its kind in the Americas.
5.4 miSW
12°5'21"S • 77°0'17"W
La Rambla, Lima
138 min walk • Shopping centre, Shopping
4.5 miSW
Gold objects and weaponry museum
Gold Museum of Peru and Weapons of the World, Lima
116 min walk • The Gold Museum of Peru and Weapons of the World is a unique cultural treasure nestled in the heart of Lima, Peru. This museum houses an extensive collection of gold artifacts, showcasing the rich history and artistry of the pre-Columbian cultures of Peru.
4 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Racetrack
Hipódromo de Monterrico, Lima
103 min walk • The Hipódromo de Monterrico is a Thoroughbred horse racing facility opened in 1960 in Lima, Peru. Operated by the Jockey Club del Peru, it has a one and one-eight mile dirt racetrack with a one-mile inside track for turf racing.
5.3 miW
12°3'55"S • 77°0'46"W
Centro Gamarra, Lima
135 min walk • Shopping centre, Shopping, Market
5.2 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Gran Teatro Nacional, Lima
133 min walk • The Gran Teatro Nacional del Perú is a multi-purpose theatre and concert hall in Lima, Peru. It is part of the Cultural Tridium, flanked by the National Library of Peru and the Museo de la Nación.
1.6 miSW
Temple
Lima Peru Temple, Lima
42 min walk • The Lima Peru Temple is the 38th operating temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
4.8 miN
Archaeological site
Cajamarquilla, Lima
124 min walk • The Cajamarquilla archaeological site is located 25 km inland from the coastal city of Lima, Peru; in the Jicamarca Valley, 6 km north of the Rímac River.
2.5 miSW
Universities and schools
Women's University of the Sacred Heart, Lima
65 min walk • The Women's University of the Sacred Heart is a private university for women, located in the city of Lima, Peru. It was founded and sponsored by the Congregation of Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus of the Catholic Church on December 24, 1962.