Chullpas of Sillustani

$21.00

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  • Duration
    3.5 hours
  • Level of activity
    Download
  • Group Size
    Medium
Description

Sillustani is located 34 km from the city of Puno, approximately 40 minutes from Puno, the duration of this tour is 3 1/2 hours.

The different Chullpas or funeral towers rise up to 12 meters and belong to pre-Inca and Inca cultures. These are located in a small peninsula surrounded by the Umayo lagoon from where we can appreciate all its natural beauty as well as the architecture and engineering of the time.

In each tower, the remains of noble men were found, buried next with offerings to ensure their passage to another life.

Especially near the tower or chullpa of the lizard was found the royal trousseau of a nobleman with more than 500 gold pieces, these pieces are exhibited in the Carlos Dreyer Museum in the city of Puno.

Itinerary
14:00 pmPick up from hotels in downtown Puno.
14:30 pmDeparture to the Sillustani complex. On the way we will observe the beautiful local flora and fauna.
15:30 pmArrival and guided visit of Sillustani (1 1/2 hours). We will arrive at the peninsula of Sillustani where we will begin our journey in the company of our guide who will explain to us about the mystical beliefs that the Puna ancestors had about life after death while we observe the great funeral towers known as Chullpas.
16:30 pmAfter the tour we will return to Puno where we will visit a typical family farm.
17:40 pmReturn to Puno.
End of service.
What does it include?

Includes

  • Tourist tickets.
  • Spanish/English guide.
  • Transport Puno - Sillustani (vice versa).

It does not include

  • Food.
  • Extras.

Recommend

  • Wear clothes according to the season.
  • Sunscreen.
  • Comfortable walking shoes.
General Information
  • Be ready 15 minutes before the tour starts.

Chullpas of Sillustani

$21.00

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