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Archaeological sites · Colima, Colima
La Campana Archaeological Zone
Ancient ceremonial center north of the city of Colima, with platforms, plazas and shaft tombs, facing the volcanoes.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About La Campana Archaeological Zone
La Campana is inside Colima’s urban area, about 3 km north of the city center. It was a ceremonial center occupied for several centuries, reaching its peak between the years 700 and 900, by peoples of the Western Mexico shaft-tomb tradition.
The site has platforms, courtyards, plazas and structures built with rounded river stone, as well as shaft tombs, underground chambers where the dead were buried with ceramic offerings, such as Colima’s well-known clay dogs. The buildings are aligned with Volcano de Fuego, which can be seen to the north on clear days.
The route is walked on foot, along paths between the structures and the lawns.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About an hour and a half.
Best time
In the morning during the dry months, from November to May, with a higher chance of seeing the volcano. Confirm opening days with INAH before you go.
How to get there
About 3 km north of Colima’s center, by taxi or car.
Tip
Bring a hat and water: the route is outdoors with almost no shade.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about La Campana Archaeological Zone
What are La Campana’s shaft tombs?
Underground funerary chambers of the Western Mexico tradition, containing ceramic offerings.
Where is La Campana?
In the city of Colima, about 3 km north of the city center.
Can you see the volcano from La Campana?
On clear days, Volcano de Fuego appears to the north, aligned with the structures.