BRIEF HISTORY REVIEW
The Province of Cajatambo was part of the Chimú Empire or Chimú Kingdom in its maximum expansion that lasted from 1000 to 1470 years.
Although its history goes back to the end of time; Cajatambo belongs to the handful of towns that were born with the Republic. Well, before, during the Tahuantinsuyo - with the name of Kasha Tampu - it had been part of the imperial region Chinchay Suyo; and in the viceregal period he was part of the Tarma quartermaster.
If you are looking for a new and different destination to visit in Peru and have a few days, this is the one. It will make this trip be an unforgettable experience for you.
Travel Information:
ACCESS ROUTES:
1.Lima, Rio Seco (Take the entry at km. 100 North Panamerican Highway), Sayan, Churin, Oyon, Cajatambo.
2. Lima, Huacho, Barranca, Pativilca, Paramonga, Cauhua, Cajatambo. (Take the entry at km.202 of the North Panamerican Highway)
BUS COMPANIES:
- Turismo Cajatambo
Calle Cotabambas 335 - Lima
Telephone: (01)427-9176
- Transporte Andia
Jr.Miguel Aljovin 427 - Lima
Phone: (01)427-6656
HOTELS:
- Hotel Huayhuash
Plaza de Armas 215 - Cajatambo
Telephone: (01)2442016
Cellphone:990 043 564
- Hotel Tambo del Inca
Jr. Grau 231 (a block from the Plaza de Armas) - Cajatambo
Cellphone: 988 650 587 - 946 961 405
FESTIVITIES:
- Santa María Magdalena. It begins with the "Ganay church" July 24 at night; the Inca Atahualpa, Huáscar and Rumiñahui surrounded by beautiful pallas, to the sound of harp and violin they start the festivities. On the night of August 2, in the Plaza de Armas the Palla Suakuy (Theft of the pallas) is presented, Pizarro takes prisoner and kills the Inca and on his horse snatches the most beautiful pallas.
- Carnivals. One of the parties is the popular party of the 'negritos' where men put on masks, hats, slang, gloves and dance with an orchestra. Another is also in Holy Week where they relive the passing of Jesus the death resurrection, accompanied by a procession.
There is also the festival of the 'pallas' according to tradition women must dress with bright and striking ornaments, likewise the Inca, Huascar and Rumiñahui have and their clothing inlaid with precious stones, silver and gold.
HIKES:
- Entry or exit of the Huayhuash Trail, with high passes and wonderfull sights of this mountain range.
- Cajatambo, Cruz Punta, Escalon waterfall, Guñog thermal baths, Viconga lagoon. 2 Days/1 Night Camping.
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