Chan Chan, Trujillo

Name: Chan Chan
Address: Trujillo, Peru

#12 among attractions in Trujillo

City, Unesco

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Chan Chan was the largest city of the pre-Columbian era in South America. It is now an archaeological site in La Libertad Region 5 kilometres west of Trujillo, Peru. ()

Alternative names: Built: 850 (1174 years ago)Unesco: from 1986Area: 7.72 mi²Coordinates: 8°6'20"S, 79°4'26"W

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Estadio Mansiche, Plaza de Armas, Cathedral Basilica of St. Mary, Huaca del Dragón.

3 miE
Sport venue, Sport
Estadio Mansiche, Trujillo
76 min walk • Estadio Mansiche, situated in the vibrant city of Trujillo, Peru, stands as a premier sports venue and a focal point for local and national athletic events. This stadium, with a seating capacity of approximately 25,000, is not only a hub for football enthusiasts but...
3.1 miE
Square
Plaza de Armas, Trujillo
80 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Trujillo, Peru, the Plaza de Armas stands as a vibrant testament to the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This central square is not just the geographical heart of Trujillo but also the social and historical hub, resonating with the...
3.1 miE
Church, Baroque architecture
Cathedral Basilica of St. Mary, Trujillo
81 min walk • The Cathedral Basilica of St. Mary stands as a beacon of faith in the heart of Trujillo, a coastal city in Peru. This majestic church, a gem of colonial architecture, serves not only as a place of worship but also as a repository of history and culture.
2.6 miNE
Archaeological site, Historical place
Huaca del Dragón, Trujillo
68 min walk • The Huaca del Dragón, also known as Huaca del Arco Iris, stands as a testament to the ancient Chimú culture in the coastal city of Trujillo, Peru. This pre-Columbian adobe pyramid, estimated to have been built around 1100 to 1400 AD, is a significant archaeological...
2 miE
Archaeological site, Historical place
Huaca Esmeralda, Trujillo
51 min walk • Situated in the vibrant city of Trujillo, Peru, the Huaca Esmeralda is an illustrious archaeological site that offers a glimpse into the rich history of pre-Columbian America. This remarkable structure is a testament to the architectural prowess and cultural...
2.5 miSE
Area
Víctor Larco Herrera District, Trujillo
65 min walk • Víctor Larco Herrera also called commonly Víctor Larco is a district and a city of the north coast of Peru. It is located on a plain along the Pacific Ocean and is linked by a conurbation with Trujillo in La Libertad region.
3.1 miE
Sculptures of Trujillo's independence
Freedom Monument, Trujillo
80 min walk • The Freedom Monument, located in the center of the Plaza de Armas in Trujillo, Peru, is the work of sculptor Edmund Moeller. It consists of three sections: the first is on a circular platform with pedestals, resting on a granite base, and supporting sculptures representing the art, science, trade and health.
3.2 miE
8°6'40"S • 79°1'37"W
Iglesia de La Merced, Trujillo
83 min walk • Sacred and religious sites, Church
2.8 miE
Temple
Trujillo Peru Temple, Trujillo
72 min walk • The Trujillo Peru Temple is a temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The temple was completed in 2015 and is in Trujillo, Peru.
3 miSE
Beach
Buenos Aires, Trujillo
76 min walk • Buenos Aires is a coastal town and resort located in Víctor Larco Herrera district, in Trujillo, Peru.
2.8 miSE
Street
Larco Avenue, Trujillo
71 min walk • Larco Avenue is one of the main avenues of Trujillo city, located on the north coast of Peru. Named after the famous philanthropist Victor Larco Herrera by this via urbanistically joins Trujillo and Víctor Larco districts. It is the main via of Victor Larco and one of the most important in Trujillo.

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How to get to Chan Chan by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chan Chan:

Bus

Empresa de Transportes Huanchaco (23 min walk)