Chaqatira Rock Art

Located on the left side of the Interoceanic Highway, it is easily visible and immediately accessible.

It houses prehistoric rock art with geometric designs and scenes of camelids and deer, related to fertility and hunting rituals.

Killi Killi Archaeological Site

The 4-hectare pre-Inca archaeological site of Tantamaco includes residential complexes, terraces, and burial areas. It features Inca and pre-Inca pottery, indicating later Inca occupation. Offerings are still made in its ceremonial plaza.

Corani gold mill

It's a 17th-century water mill that harnessed water power to pulverize gold-bearing rocks. Its structure includes large stone blocks and remains of workshops.

Archaeological Site of Muyo Muyo (Aymaña) 

Located at 4,172 meters above sea level in Corani, Puno, it has a lagoon that attracts llamas and alpacas and is located near the Chimboya River. It is believed to have been a religious center during the Andean Formative Period and contains mineral resources, especially lithium.

Archaeological Site of Muyo Muyo (Aymaña)

This is the Puna ecological zone, covering 600 km². Its rock formations evoke a battalion of people and allow for diverse interpretations. Accessible with difficulty, it houses petroglyphs and rock art depicting hunting scenes. The main access is located in Vizcachani, near the Punku pata formation, which offers views of the Carabaya mountain range.

Viunchuco Ayapata Canyon

Located at 3,520 meters above sea level, between the Ayapata and Taype rivers, the site covers 15 hectares of sandstone formations over 80 meters high. There are cave paintings and views of the valley. It's a place for research and recreation, and you can find eucalyptus trees and parrots in spring.

Ayapata city

A beautiful city with a warm climate, it has various attractions, among which are the plaza of the dismemberment of Túpac Amaru II, and a gigantic tree located in its Plaza Mayor.

Pitumarka Archaeological Site

The Pitumarka archaeological site, at 4,008 meters above sea level near the Allpiccota lagoon, covers 3.7 hectares and features cave paintings of camelids and crosses. Accessible via a cobbled staircase, the settlement is divided into sectors with different functions, from ceremonial areas to elite residences, higher elevations, less important enclosures, and a lower sector that suggests a connection to the chullpas of Pukara.

Sighting of the Nevados Allin Qhapaq and Chichi Qhapaq

There are three snow-capped mountains in the Puna region of the Andes, forming the Carabaya Mountain Range. They offer a rugged and little-explored landscape, with opportunities for mountaineering and nearby lagoons. The area is rich in flora, fauna, and pre-Inca citadels. Their melting ice creates lagoons such as Alpicota, Coñocota, and Taype. The Carabaya Mountain Range marks the border of the Collao Plateau, with more than 256 glaciers across100 km2.

Chichacori Archaeological Site

The Chichaccori archaeological site, belonging to the Colla culture, is located at 2,800 meters above sea level on the right bank of the Ollachea River. It features four funerary chullpas, each with a trapezoidal prismatic shape, built with blocks of stone and flagstone held together with mud. Two chullpas are in good condition on stone boulders, the other two are in fair condition. The site covers 15,000 square meters and is four kilometers from Ollachea.

Devil's Throat or the Entrance to Hell

It's a peculiar cave where a small tree grows upside down, with terrifying legends told by the locals. This cave is located on the slope, approximately 4 km west of Ollachea. The Interoceanic Highway that connects the cities of Carabaya and Ollachea passes through its vicinity.

Illingaya Archaeological Site

Illingaya, an archaeological site south of Ollachea, covers 20 hectares in the Sunni region. It is characterized by its strategic location on a promontory with defensive walls, a plaza, residential enclosures, and a possible ceremonial structure. The buildings are made of slate and mud, with terraces for agriculture and a funerary area.

Temple of San Francisco de Asis

The Ollachea Temple, built between 1840 and 1850 to catechize the jungle population, is made of finely finished stone, 33 m long and 7.5 m wide. It stands out for its high altar, three-story bell tower, sacristy, baptismal font, choir stall, and tin roof. Dedicated to Saint Francis of Assisi, the orientation of the door was changed by a supposed miracle. The bells bear the names of benefactors and the years of construction. This well-preserved temple was painted by Luis Lizares.

Ollachea Mermaid Waterfall

The Siren Waterfall in the Puno region is one of the highest in the area, originating in the peaks of the Andes. With a drop of over 60 meters and surrounded by lush vegetation, it is ideal for connecting with nature. During the rainy season, its splendor is remarkable, culminating at the confluence of the Inamabrí and Tambopata rivers. The waterfall is a natural setting where you can appreciate the local fauna and a varied flora, and its name comes from a legend about a siren who lured a miner to his doom.

Ollachea Hot Springs

The Ollachea hot springs, with a temperature of 99.26°C and a basic pH, spring from the slopes of Qoropiña Hill. The facilities include swimming pools, family pools, a sauna with medicinal herbs, restrooms, kiosks, ornamental gardens, and a restaurant. These hot springs are ideal for relaxation and strengthening your health, in a stunning natural setting with mountains, snow-capped peaks, lagoons, and rivers.

Huayna Urqu Tourist Viewpoint 

On Huayna Urqu Mountain, at 812 meters above sea level, is a prominent spot in San Gabán. Surrounded by lush vegetation and diverse fauna, it offers panoramic views of Bahuaja Sonene National Park and the San Gabán Valley to the north, and areas of the Andean foothills to the south. It is recommended to visit during the dry season, especially at dawn, to appreciate the natural beauty and wildlife. The Festival of the Crosses is celebrated every May 3rd. San Gabán, the nearest town, is connected by the Southern Interoceanic Highway to Puno, Cusco, and Puerto Maldonado.

Boca Del Lagarto Natural Spa

The Boca del Lagarto Natural Spa, in San Gabán, Puno, is a place with turquoise and crystal-clear pools formed by the Chaquimayo River canyon. Perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and enjoying the flora and fauna. Surrounded by vegetation, it is a habitat for birds and butterflies. With a tropical climate and high rainfall, it offers tourist facilities, including a lizard sculpture.

petroglyphs of Boca Chaquimayo

The petroglyphs are scattered across six stone blocks near the Chaquimayo River canyon, close to the Interoceanic Highway, separated by a concrete bridge. Five of the six blocks are elongated and held in place by pointing eastward, their weight supported by smaller rocks. The rock carvings date from the Upper Paleozoic and Ordovician periods.