Afternoon : Chullpas of Sillustani from Puno
Description
Sillustani is a pre-Incan cemetery on the shores of Lake Umayo near Puno. The tombs, which are built above ground in tower-like structures called chullpas, are the vestiges of the Qulla people, who are Aymara conquered by the Inca Empire in the 15th century.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pick up from your hotel in Puno around 13:30h for our visit to the ceremonial Center Sillustani located 34 km from the city of Puno, this tour visit will allow us to appreciate the magnificent architecture and engineering the time shown in the chullpa lizard phallic shape with 12m high inverted conical huge blocks of stone that challenge terrestrial gravity (pre-Inca) and Inca (necropolis), unique in Peru; enjoy the positive energy of this magnificent sacred place, surrounded by stunning nature, beautiful landscape surrounded by the mystique and Isla Umayo Lagoon and wildlife (vicunas, alpacas and Vizcachas). Visit the attractive approximately 1 hour and transfer back to your hotel, so you can rest and enjoy the city at your leisure.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please confirm accommodation details at time of booking. **Do not include transfers from hotel outside Puno – Hotel Sonesta, Taypikala, Jose Antonio, Casa Andina Premium, Libertador, Titikala, Hotel Mirador Titicaca. A meeting point will be set instead.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Please confirm accommodation details at time of booking. **Do not include transfers from hotel outside Puno – Hotel Sonesta, Taypikala, Jose Antonio, Casa Andina Premium, Libertador, Titikala, Hotel Mirador Titicaca. A meeting point will be set instead.
