Discover Lunahuaná: culture, plaza and activities

Lunahuaná offers a variety of options for a trip: Plaza de Armas and a 17th-century church, culinary festivals, and activities in the Valle de Lunahuaná. Nearby, a viewpoint and the archaeological site of Incahuasi add to the places to visit. If you are looking for a hotel in Lunahuaná, these themes can help you plan: you can focus on culture, outdoor activities, nature watching, or regional products.

Plaza and cultural heritage

The municipal tourist information office is located at Plaza de Armas S/N. The plaza and Iglesia Matriz Santiago Apóstol are among the places to visit in Lunahuaná. The church dates from the 17th century and is a National Cultural Heritage site. One unusual architectural detail is its façade: it does not face directly onto the plaza, but looks onto it from the side.

Festivals and culinary experiences

The Festival de la Sopa Chola takes place at Plaza de Armas in Lunahuaná. Visitors to the festival in the district of Lunahuaná can sample the traditional Sopa Chola. Details and programs for individual editions may change. In the district of Lunahuaná, the Festividad del Señor de los Milagros includes gastronomic fairs. Its specific program may also vary.

Activities in the Valle de Lunahuaná

Canotaje, or rafting, is the most commonly practiced activity in Lunahuaná and is available year-round. Routes range from a basic level suitable for most people to intermediate and advanced levels of difficulty. Check river conditions and provider availability before planning.

Mountain biking, trekking, and rappelling are also available in the Valle de Lunahuaná. A 2,500-meter-long canopy zipline runs above the Río Cañete and is described as the longest in South America.

Scenery, birdwatching, and tradition

The Mirador Peaña de La Cruz San Juan in the surrounding area offers a scenic view of Lunahuaná on the Río Cañete; the view is suitable for photographs and filming. Birdwatching is also available in the valley. You may spot red-headed woodpeckers and black-and-white herons over the Río Cañete; sightings are not guaranteed.

A festival honoring Saint John is held at the viewpoint every year on June 24. It includes a procession and, the following day, a climb to the top of the viewpoint. Program details may change.

Pisco and regional products

Bodega Santa María in Anexo Condoray, in the surrounding area of Lunahuaná, is part of the Ruta del Pisco in the Lima region. Visitors can learn more about the history and production of its products and sample various wines and piscos. Individual visit arrangements may change.

Route to the archaeological site of Incahuasi

An asphalt road leads from Plaza de Armas in Lunahuaná to the archaeological site of Incahuasi. The route is 9.2 kilometers long; the journey takes about 14 minutes and may vary.

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