There is a small fee to enter the cemetery. Once you have paid the entrance fee you are able to wonder the area yourself. However, the best way to see it is to hire a guide who can explain the historical significance of the area.
The history of the cemetery is really interesting. Â It is believed the cemetery dates back to 200 AD with most burials happening in the 600 to 700 years following.
As with so many historical sites, grave robbers have taken their toll with artefacts and mummies stolen over the centuries. As a result, the cemetery is now protected by Peruvian law. Â
Megan
Fascinating! I love visiting cemeteries when I travel. You can learn a lot about a place by how they honor their dead.
Lisa
MeganAbsolutely Megan. I thing that was one of the reasons I found that the bodies were left in open air a bit disturbing.
Aswani
So interesting!
Lisa
AswaniDefinitely an interesting place.
Sue
I was fascinated by this place – especially the hair! Totally blew my mind & I agree, it’s definitely worth a visit.
Lisa
SueTotally agree Sue. To see the mummies with long dreadlocks was amazing.
Catherine Boardman
How absolutely incredible, added to my list
Lisa
Catherine BoardmanIt’s definitely worth visiting Catherine.
Bliss
This sounds like a fascinating place to visit. Also I’ve noted the recommendation on hiring a guide. Will definitely do this if I go.
Lisa
BlissThe guide is well worth it to get the history of the area Bliss
Taylor
This seems like such an interesting experience. Might just have to add it to my itinerary for my Peru trip in May!
Lisa
TaylorIt’s definitely worth visiting Taylor if you get time.
Anita
I have never heard about Chauchilla Cemetery before. It looks like a very special place for visiting. Thanks for sharing!
Lisa
AnitaIt is definitely an interesting place to see Anita.
Holly
Wow it just looks like some random huts stuck up in the middle of nowhere! Not what you’d expect from a cemetary at all!
Lisa
HollyTotally agree Holly. It’s more tombs.
Francesca
Nasca sounds like an interesting place to visit. I did not know it existed when I visited.
Lisa
FrancescaHi Francesca. Nasca has a lot to see apart from the cemetery. It’s also home to the famous Nasca Lines.