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Peru

    Chan Chan

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    Chan Chan

    World Heritage Site

    About Chan Chan

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    Chan Chan was the capital of the Chimor, or Chimu, Empire and is the largest mud-brick settlement in the Americas.

    The origins of the city date from the first millenium AD when the first large enclosure was built. By the time the Incas conquered the Chimu in 1470 AD, Chan Chan was the centre of an empire that covered 621 miles of Pacific coast.

    The site is characterised by tall walls, some of which are 26 feet  high, which enclose each of the 11 citadels. Each of the citadels have U-shared audencias, storerooms and wells.

     

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    Location

    On Peru's northern desert coast close to the city of Trujillo.

    Getting there

    There are daily flights from Lima Trujillo.

    Open

    All year round.

    Best time

    All year though it can get very hot between December and April.

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    • This was an outstanding experience, which exceeded expectations. Totally enjoyable.

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    • The level of service, good organisation and the general hospitality of the Peruvian team ensured that this was the best holiday we have ever had toget...

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