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Chauchilla cemetery is located in Perú, is a mysterious site where the skeletons are in fetal position, and even remains of skin and hair can still be seen on the mummies and they are in a very good state of preservation. It is also believed that it was a pre-Inca civilization.

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There's not much information about the history of this cemetery, we only know that it was a pre-inca civilization.
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Their impressive tombs are two kilometers long by 200 meters wide and are made of adobe. Although these funerary constructions in Chauchilla leave many tourists speechless, the most significant of the place are the mummies, which have been kept in an almost perfect state of preservation until today, thanks to the arid climate of the Nazca desert. You can observe the remains of bones and even hair wrapped in bundles of cloth, accompanied by their trousseau such as textiles, gold objects and ceramic fragments.

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This archaeological site is completely in the open air and for several years suffered constant looting of its hidden treasures by huaqueros who roamed the area.

Since 1997, the area has been protected and has become an official archaeological site recognized by the National Institute of Culture (INC), being one of the most outstanding tourist attractions in the province of Nasca, within the department of Ica. The most delicate mummies are housed in a small on-site museum, located next to the Chauchilla cemetery.

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Prices: Admission for adults costs S/8. and for children S/4. Super economic rates

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Hours: The Chauchilla Cemetery is open every day of the year from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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The Chauchilla cemetery is 28 kilometers southeast of the city of Nasca. To visit it, take the Pan-American Highway South up to kilometer marker 463, then continue on a nearby road for about 10 kilometers. The trip takes about 30-45 minutes.

The place is open all year round and you can visit it with a day tour. If you want to complement your trip, we recommend you take the opportunity to visit the Nazca Lines since they are very close to Chauchilla.

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Wear light clothing as this is a desert area with high temperatures that can reach 35°C, especially during the summer months (December to March). Bring a windbreaker for the cold winds in the afternoon.

Don't forget to bring drinking water, hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

Respect and protect the national heritage. Enjoy this archaeological site but always follow the rules of the place and the marked path so as not to step on or damage the archaeological remains.