Sechin Travel Guide

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Located in the Ancash region of Peru, Sechin is an archaeological site that offers a glimpse into the ancient history of the area. The main attraction of Sechin is the Sechin Complex, which is made up of a massive stone wall adorned with carvings of warriors, animals, and geometric designs. This impressive structure is believed to date back to around 1,500 BC, making it one of the oldest examples of monumental architecture in the Americas.

Visitors to Sechin can explore the ruins of this ancient site while learning about the culture and beliefs of the people who built it. The site is also home to a museum that showcases artifacts found at the complex, including pottery, tools, and other items that provide insight into the daily lives of the ancient inhabitants of the region.

In addition to the archaeological site, Sechin is surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The region is known for its rugged mountains, deep valleys, and rushing rivers, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking, rock climbing, and bird watching are popular activities in the area, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the breathtaking landscape.

Local name: Sechín Elevation: 341 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 9°28'46"S, 78°15'28"W

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Sechin Top Attractions

Sechin Attractions - What to See and Explore

Sechin offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Sechin Bajo, Sechin Alto, Mojeque. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Archaeological site
Sechin Bajo
Sechin Bajo is a large archaeological site with ruins dating from 3500 BCE to 1300 BCE, making it not only one of the oldest centers of civilization in the Western Hemisphere, but also one of the oldest civilization centers on earth.
Archaeological site
Sechin Alto
Sechin Alto is a massive architectural complex in Peru belonging to the Early Formative period. It is located in the Casma Province, the Ancash Region, on the left bank of the Sechín River, east of the town of the same name.
Archaeological site
Mojeque
Mojeque, or Pampa de las Llamas-Moxeke, is a large archaeological site located in the Casma Province of Ancash Region in northern Peru. Archaeologists believe it functioned as a temple or religious structure.

Day trips

Sechin – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Sechin, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Chanquillo, Pañamarca, Casma/Sechin culture (Casma).

6.3 miS
Archaeological site,
Chanquillo
Chanquillo or Chankillo is an ancient monumental complex in the Peruvian coastal desert, found in the Casma-Sechin basin in the Ancash Department of Peru.
20 milesNW
Archaeological site
Pañamarca
Pañamarca is an archaeological site in the Ancash Region in Peru. It is situated in the Santa Province, Nepeña District, on the right bank of the Nepeña River.
1.1 miNW
Ruins, Archaeological site
Casma/Sechin culture, Casma
The Casma–Sechin culture of Peru refers to the large concentration of pre-historic ruins in the valleys of the Casma River and its tributary the Sechin River and along the nearby coast of the Pacific Ocean.
43 milesNE
Archaeological site
Tumshukayko, Caraz
Tumshukayko is a pre-Inca archeological site near Caraz, Huaylas Province, Ancash Region, Peru. It is recently discovered and still under research. Its main structures are found on the right bank of Llullan river, West flank of the Cordillera Blanca, 1 km north from the city of Caraz, at an elevation of 2300m above sea level.
47 milesN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Coñocranra
Coñocranra is a mountain of Peru located in the Ancash Region, Santa Province. It is the highest mountain in the Cordillera Negra at. From its summit is the scenery of the Andes mountain range around. To the west, is the profile of the coast, usually in a misty background.