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Plaza · Chachapoyas, Amazonas
Plaza de Armas de Chachapoyas
The square plaza in the center of Chachapoyas, with the Cathedral and white mansions with wooden balconies and tiled roofs around it, the center of a historic district declared a cultural heritage of Peru.
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About Plaza de Armas de Chachapoyas
The Plaza de Armas of Chachapoyas is a square of about 100 meters per side, in the center of the city founded by the Spaniards in 1538. Around it are the Cathedral, public buildings and colonial and republican mansions, with white walls, balconies and dark wooden doors and tiled roofs.
The historic center of Chachapoyas is recognized as a cultural heritage of Peru. The mansions usually have internal courtyards with gardens, and many have become hotels, cafes and shops. The cobbled streets that lead from the square go to the churches of Santa Ana and the Señor de Burgos and to the old neighborhoods.
In the center of the square there is a fountain, and mornings usually begin with mist that lifts as the sun appears.
The square is the city's meeting point and where agencies depart for Kuélap, Gocta and other tours.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
From 30 minutes to 1 hour, including the surrounding streets.
Best time
In the late afternoon, when returning from tours, or early in the morning, as the mist lifts.
How to get there
It is in the center of Chachapoyas, a few minutes' walk from the hotels and the Terminal Terrestre.
Tip
Enter the courtyards of the mansions open to the public, such as cafes and shops, to see the internal gardens.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Plaza de Armas de Chachapoyas
What to see in the Plaza de Armas de Chachapoyas?
The Cathedral, the white manor houses with wooden balconies, and the fountain in the center of the square.
Is the historic center protected (listed)?
Yes, it is recognized as cultural heritage of Peru.
Do tours depart from the square?
Yes, the agencies in Chachapoyas are around the square and vans to Kuélap, Gocta and Karajía depart from there.