Puno: 10 attractions you did know

Next we will mention the 10 not well-known tourist attractions or attractions in the city of Puno.

The city of Lampa: Unmissable attractions in Puno

The city of Lampa belongs to the department of Puno, this city is famous due to the Inca customs and for the kind attention that the locals offer to the tourists.

But how to get there? You must take a bus or hire a private service from the city of Puno.

Known with the name of the city of the 7 wonders; This small town has beautiful bridges and rustic houses for you. You will be enchanted with the city. You can start your tour with a visit to the colonial bridge, which is very high and beautiful, as well as being a source of pride for all the locals.

Don’t forget to visit the chinchilla hatchery on the outskirts of the city, too; where they have many copies so you can learn from them and have fun.

If you want to stay and explore the city even more, you can do it, existing hotels where you can stay like: The Hotel Santa María,

Pucara: A wonderful attraction in Puno

Pucara is one of the important places to visit in Puno, since it is in the province of Lampa, half an hour from Puno. It is recognized for hosting beautiful ceramic workshops and for its impressive terrain that holds the secrets of the Inca past. To get there it is necessary to leave Puno by taxi or hire a private tour (we can help you with that) and take the mountain road for about 40 minutes.

Walking through the streets will give you a glimpse of the past; for there the Pucará civilization was erected; famous for its architectural advances and its pyramid constructions. The objects extracted from the pyramids rest in the Kalayasa Museum; which has interesting artifacts such as precious stones and ceremonial vessels of high cultural value, you will love the visit.

After going to the museums:

You can not stop touring the ceramic workshops that are located throughout the territory in large numbers, including the museum. There you can participate in the elaboration process and buy beautiful artistic pieces of national value; the most popular is the Figure of the Torito, which must be hung on the doors for the protection of houses and families.

If you want to stay close to this magical land, you have several hotels available to guarantee the rest of your family. The “American Hotel”; From there you will get to know a little about Puno and its attractions.

Tinajani Canyon: Another attraction in Puno

It is a mythical and impressive place in Puno, which for a long time was a secret territory. Whose whereabouts were hidden by the locals.

In order to get to this place it is necessary to take a taxi or take a private tour; (You can check it with us HERE) and then take a long walk in the mountains for about 2 hours.

This is one of the main places to visit in Puno; since the archaeological zone is surrounded by gigantic rocks of reddish and orange color in which you can walk and make great walks outdoors. Do not miss the opportunity to take photos there, as it is one of the best places for sightseeing in Puno.

The legend of this place says that there was a fierce race of giants that survived when the sun never rose. When the sun rose, the giants began to disintegrate, turning into large reddish rocks that are currently the canyon. An attraction in Puno for the list.

Chucuito and Inca Uyo: Much more in Puno and more attraccions

It is a very small town that is located in the popular city of Puno. It is famous for its baroque style churches where you can do religious tourism, it is a real opportunity. To get to Chucuito you can take public transport and arrive on your own or take a private tour (you can check with us).

A main attraction of this environment is the Inca Uyo

The temple-like ceremonial site dates back to the imperial era, and religious sacrifices and activities were held there. Guides will tell you the legend of the construction of the wall; full of mushroom-shaped idol statuettes that terrified the Spanish upon arrival.

If you visit in October, you can be part of the local celebration in honor of the Virgen del Rosario. Apart from the religious event that takes place in the Cathedral; It is possible to participate in the party where typical food is distributed and the parishioners perform a procession with songs and dances that you will like to see.

Finally you can find the best food in the Puno region in its various restaurants around the city, we recommend that you make a stop.

Capachica: A great península

It is a beautiful district of the city of Puno and is only 25 minutes from the city of Puno.

It is recognized for its craftsmanship, but above all for its alpaca wool fabrics. To get to the community we recommend you order a taxi or hire a private tour (consulted with us).

You can start your walk at the Kurrus Lookout; that it lodges a great amount of Inca mummies of high national value; some of them are in Latin American museums and are very well preserved. Accessing there requires an hour walk, so it is suggested that you go warm and in comfortable shoes. In this environment, the Pachamama or mother earth is worshiped, so that she continues to bless the precious place.

If you wonder what else to do in Capachica; artisanal fishing is an option. The villagers have fished on the coast for hundreds of years through the traditional method; This is to provide their families with fresh food and make commercial exchanges. Dare to try something new and enjoy the excellent fish that Peru has for you.

It is recommended that you spend the night in Capachica, as there are beautiful hotels to rest pleasantly.

Juli: The Little Rome of America

Known as the Little Rome of America, the city of Juli is located on the shores of Lake Titicaca, at 3884 meters above sea level and 79 kilometers from the city of Puno.

In the city of Juli it has 4 beautiful and imposing temples: San Juan Lateran, Santa Cruz de Jerusalem, Asunción and San Pedro.

Its name comes from the color of the top of the Totora known by the name of “Chulli”.

At the foot of Juli you will be able to observe a beautiful high Andean landscape, adorned by the Tisnachuro Nairanjaque, Siwekjawira and Salado rivers.

You can get there by taking public transport or a private tour (you can check with us). Without a doubt, Puno continues to show us more of its attractions.

Aramu Muru: The Portal of the Gods

The Portal de Aramu Muru, also known as “The Gate of the Gods”, is located between the highlands, near the city of Juli.

This huge square stone measures 7m per side; in the middle of it we find a carved rectangular door.

Legend has it that a priest; Called Aramu Muru, he entered this portal with the purpose of hiding a large disk of solid gold.

On the other hand, there are natives of the region who consider that the portal is an entrance to the Lands of the Gods. Another legend narrates that, in ancient times, great heroes passed the portal into a life of glory and immortality.

Luquina: A peninsula near Lake Titicaca

It is a community where you can practice experiential – community tourism, which is located in the extreme part of the Chucuito Peninsula (Huatta) in the South West of Puno on the banks of the largest Navigable Lake in the world.

Once in Luquina you can practice experiential tourism, sharing the customs of this community, and spending the night on this peninsula, you will enjoy its typical dishes.

You will also enjoy the best landscapes and watch the sunrise and sunset from this place, without a doubt a wonderful experience. We know a little more about Puno and its attractions.

Ticonata Island: An impressive Island

This small island, far from the city of Puno and other attraccions, will offer you the practice of experiential community tourism and where you will be able to ride your sailing boats and practical cultural activities.

It is located in the south east of the capital of Capachica, 5 kilometers away.

Once on the island you will be able to carry out different guided activities such as: rowing and sailing boat trips; walks, artisanal fishing, mystical ceremonies, demonstration of dances and typical music; visit the small museum this has a mummy interpretation center.

You can also try their typical food and spend the night in their houses.

Llachon: The peninsula near Titicaca

The Llachon community awaits us with all its traditions and friendliness, but also; one of its most attractive activities is to kayak on Lake Titicaca.

To get to the Llachon community you can go by land following the route from Juliaca or by water starting from the port of Puno. Traveling for at least 3 hours, starting from the moment of departure to enjoy the wonders of northern Peru.

Once in Capachica

We will meet the people of the community and they will take us to tour the area; they will receive us as usual with their excellent gastronomy that is made up of ingredients that are grown or obtained locally; since the community is dedicated as it was hundreds of years ago to agriculture and fishing based on natural cycles and not on the needs of the market … one of the first teachings that we will receive from Llachon.

We can stay with any of the 280 families that have a total of 50 beds for visitors; since although we are tourists, we will come to Llachon as guests and we will be treated as part of the family; In other words, in addition to enjoying the beauties of northern Puno, we will also have to learn and cooperate with daily activities.

Activities

Of the most exciting activities that we can do during our stay with the Llachon community, we will enjoy the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets on Lake Titicaca; both from the shore and from the center of the lake because what distinguishes this community is the ability to move by kayak; an activity that will teach us and allow us to carry out both to acquire food for the day and to enjoy a wonderful walk.

Thanks so much

Thank you for reading this educational blog that seeks to inform about Puno and its attractions in the region.

Today it is visited by people who seek to be charged with good energy; others who believe that they will be able to cross the wall and take the mysterious piece of gold.

You can get to this amazing place by taking public transport, they will drop you off near this place or take a private tour (you can check with us). Thanks so much for read our blog about Puno and their attracctions.