PROVINCE OF SAN ANTONIO DE PUTINA
It invites you to discover a town with colonial charm, surrounded by stunning nature. Wander its cobblestone streets, admire the Church of San Antonio de Padua, and explore the archaeological remains of the Tiwanaku culture. Enjoy the beauty of its landscapes, from the volcanoes to the green hillsides, and relax on the shores of Lake Titicaca. San Antonio de Padua offers a peaceful and charming trip, where history, nature, and culture merge in one place.
Vicuñas from Cala Cala, Cambria and Picotani
In the Puno region, the Vicuña Management Committees in Cala Cala, Cambrias, and Picotani are notable for their vicuña herds. Cala Cala was the first controlled vicuña breeding center, while Picotani and Cambria also have conservation programs. They organize the traditional "Chacu de vicuñas," an activity that includes capturing and shearing vicuñas, followed by ceremonies and cultural festivals.
Chijos Cave Paintings
In Chijos Bajo, 70 km from Putina in the Puna region, there are cave paintings dating back 8,000 years BC. They depict scenes of hunter-gatherers transitioning to a sedentary lifestyle, with anthropomorphic figures, animals, and rituals. It is an ideal place for research and offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy trekking and explore rock formations with caves that tell the ancient history of the area.
Chijos Stone Forest
The Putina Municipality has built a 20x20 meter recreational park at the central point where the hot springs emerge. The park includes a circular walkway with seating, a concrete well that distributes water to the municipal pool, and three sphinxes depicting the legend of Huayna Putina. The hot spring water, with an average temperature of 39°C, is considered ideal for the treatment of rheumatic and skin diseases.
Huayna Putina Hot Springs
The Putina Municipality has built a 20x20 meter recreational park at the central point where the hot springs emerge. The park includes a circular walkway with seating, a concrete well that distributes water to the municipal pool, and three sphinxes depicting the legend of Huayna Putina. The hot spring water, with an average temperature of 39°C, is considered ideal for the treatment of rheumatic and skin diseases.
Inka Putina Thermal Baths
The Putina Thermal Baths, located in the city center, offer clean, hygienic services with soothing thermal waters. The complex features an adult pool with a viewing bridge, 10 individual pools, food and souvenir shops, changing rooms, showers, and green and recreational areas. The waters flow from three 3-meter-deep springs covered by concrete caps.
Christ of Peace Lookout
The Cristo de la Paz Lookout, located atop Alkamariny Hill in Putina, is a 26-meter-high monument depicting Jesus Christ with his arms raised and a white robe. Built of reinforced concrete, the monument houses a chapel where religious services are held. The lookout offers panoramic views of the city of Putina, the Carabaya mountain range, and the surrounding snow-capped mountains, making it a major tourist attraction.
Sirpiqaqa Natural Viewpoint
The Seven-Headed Serpent Park, located east of Putina, is a winding 30-hectare ravine with rock formations resembling snake heads. The park features an amphitheater, trails, steps, and a three-tiered artificial waterfall. Local legend tells of a seven-headed serpent once inhabiting the area. The park offers panoramic views of Putina and is home to various bird species.