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    Unravel The Secrets Of Ayacucho: Peru’s Historical And Cultural Gem

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    AURI PERU

    Travelers looking for a unique experience are those who seek to have a better connection with the culture and what better place than Ayacucho Peru, a city that holds an incredible history and is recognized for its art, crafts, traditions and for containing more churches than any other city in Peru. Auri Peru shows you what to do in Ayacucho Peru with the best recommendations to make every moment unique.

    What stands out at first sight in Ayacucho Peru is its art and its passion to capture the churches in small articles that the artisans elaborate skillfully but not only in ceramics but also in other elements such as silver, wood and others, we are sure that here you will find at least 1 article that interests you and will accompany you on your trip back home.

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    ayacucho peru: catedral

    ayacucho peru: catedral

    1.- HOW TO GET TO AYACUCHO PERU

    Getting to Ayacucho Peru is relatively easy from the capital city of Lima, for this you can choose between 2 options that are available every day, so no matter when you plan your trip to Ayacucho Peru, there will always be a way to get there.

    1.1.- Flights from Lima to Ayacucho Peru

    This is the most popular option among all travelers looking to visit the city of Ayacucho Peru, the trip takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes approximately and has departures at many times of the day. The companies that provide this section are mainly LATAM and Sky Airline, the ticket price can vary from $65.00 dollars per person per route, we recommend you always book this option in time because at some times of the year for festivities is almost impossible to get 1 ticket to get to Ayacucho Peru.

    1.2.- Tourist bus from Lima to Ayacucho Peru

    Although it is an alternative that not everyone uses to get to Peru Ayacucho, it is also an incredible experience because with the progressive journey that lasts about 10 hours you can enjoy the unique landscapes that you can only appreciate in the Peruvian Andes. The companies with which you can buy a ticket is Transportes Molina and Palomino, the price of the ticket can cost from s/80.00 Peruvian soles per person per route.

    bus from lima

    bus from lima

    2.- WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT AYACUCHO PERU

    Within the traditions and festivities that are in Peru in general, Eastern Week is one of the favorite dates for many and for those who plan to visit Peru Ayacucho will certainly be the paradise and the best time to do it. Ayacucho Peru is very popular for the processions that are organized during the holy week (from the week of the passion that takes place before Palm Sunday until Easter Sunday), an extensive celebration of which all people enjoy between colorful dances, joyful music and a tradition that is kept alive even with the passage of time. It is also opportune to visit Ayacucho Peru during the dry season (May to October) when you can get a much more stable climate without so much rain.

    best time to visit ayacucho

    best time to visit ayacucho

    3.- WHERE TO STAY OVERNIGHT IN AYACUCHO PERU

    Ayacucho Peru contains historical monasteries, elegant mansions from colonial times, civic buildings and streets that lead all travelers to its imposing churches. Many of these spaces serve as resting places for travelers arriving in the city and looking for what to do in Ayacucho Peru. Some of the best places to choose for your stay are:

    hotel ayacucho santa rosa

    hotel ayacucho santa rosa

     

    “Traveling allows us to escape from the daily routine, from the fear of the future.”

     

    4.- WHAT TO DO IN AYACUCHO PERU?

    It is normal to have many doubts about what are the options of activities and destinations that you can find during your 2024 trip. This guide will give you information about what to do in Ayacucho Peru and how to get there.

    4.1.- Titancayoq

    It is a very special and unique destination that can only be found here, in your list of what to do in Ayacucho Peru you definitely have to include a day for your visit to the forest of the Puyas Raymondi, this place is located at 4200 meters above sea level so for travelers represents a parade and over an extensive territory of 2270 hectares you can appreciate this plant so representative. For 14 years this plant has been a symbol of conservation and is protected by the state, culturally it represents a symbol of perseverance since each Puya flowers every 80 years and only once in a lifetime. To get here you can hire a private transport to take you to the south zone from Ayacucho Peru.

    titancayoq

    titancayoq

    4.2.- Millpu Pools

    Like other places in the world with the particular turquoise coloration, the pools of Millpu are among the best things to do in Ayacucho Peru. They are a set of small pools that have the main distinctive of having a very striking turquoise color which has also given it the category of being a net instagramable place.

    Millpu Pools

    Millpu Pools

    4.3.- Pampa of Ayacucho

    If you are passionate about history and culture then this is what to do in Ayacucho Peru that you will love. The Pampa de Ayacucho Peru is the place where the last battle that was fought before the independence of Peru against the Spaniards is commemorated.

    Pampa of Ayacucho

    Pampa of Ayacucho

    4.4.- Cangallo Waterfall

    It is one of the main attractions that is within the list of what to do in Ayacucho Peru for people looking for natural destinations. It provides a very special connection with the surroundings and environment. When visiting this destination you can get to appreciate up to 3 waterfalls (Pumaqpacha, Batan and Qorimaqma).

    Cangallo Waterfall

    Cangallo Waterfall

    4.5.- Vilcashuaman

    One of the imposing archaeological centers belonging to the Inca culture is located here, you can see a construction made of polished stone with fine finish which gives an interpretation of the importance it had. In its interior, very much in the style of the Inca culture, you can find enclosures for the worship of the sun and moon gods as well as an Ushno that served as an upper platform.

    Vilcashuaman

    Vilcashuaman

    4.6.- Pampa Galeras

    It is considered the largest preservation and care area in Peru oriented to the protection of the Vicuña, its altitude varies between 3800 and 5000 meters above sea level and is currently one of the main places visited by animal lovers and those interested in learning more about this species. Getting here from Ayacucho Peru is quite easy, you can do it by hiring a private transport or a guided experience that has departures every day.

    pampa galeras

    pampa galeras

    7.- OUTSTANDING CHURCHES IN AYACUCHO PERU

    During the Holy Week season it is natural to see how countless tourists visit this city with the intention of touring each of the churches that contain its interior, there are so many that even two are the most difficult to find either because of the distance or because they are simply hidden to the public, we present the list of all the churches that exist in Ayacucho:

    1. La catedral
    2. San Cristóbal la más antigua
    3. La merced
    4. Santo Domingo
    5. San Juan de dios
    6. San Francisco
    7. Santa Clara
    8. Santa Ana
    9. Santa María Magdalena
    10. La compañía
    11. Nuestra Señora de Loreto
    12. San Agustín
    13. San Sebastián
    14. Belén
    15. Santa Teresa
    16. San Francisco de Paula
    17. La buena muerte
    18. La amargura
    19. Carmen alto
    20. Pampa San Agustín
    21. San Juan Bautista
    22. Templo de Suquiaqato
    23. Conchopata
    24. El Calvario
    25. Nuestra Señora del Pilar
    26. Capilla del cementerio
    27. Señor de Quinuapata
    28. Capillapata
    29. Señor de Arequipa
    30. Virgen del Rosario de Chiquinquirá
    31. Virgen de Fátima
    32. Señor de las maravillas
    33. Señor de pampa cruz

    8.- PRESERVATION AND CARE OF NATURE

    “Pampa Galeras is home to more than 6,000 vicuñas and other endangered animals such as the guanaco, Andean fox, vizcacha and birds including the Andean condor. This reserve is located in Peru Ayacucho.”

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    9.- GASTRONOMY IN PERU AYACUCHO

    Ayacucho Peru is considered one of the cities with more culture in the whole country so its gastronomy has to be equally representative, some of the most popular dishes that you can find here are:

    • Puchero Ayacuchano: It is a variety of soup made mainly with beef, chicken, and pork. Accompanied with vegetables such as cabbage, carrots and corn. It is finally tied with rice and yucca.
    puchero ayacuchano

    puchero ayacuchano

    • Puca Picante: It is the flag dish of Ayacucho Peru, it is made mainly with ground dried potato, yellow chili, pieces of pork and peanuts. It is also served with a little rice.
    Puca Picante

    Puca Picante

    • Adobo Ayacuchano: Similar to Adobo Arequipeño, it also includes pork chunks mixed with aji panca and other elements, it is cooked at a medium temperature and then driven with boiled potatoes and corn.
    adobo ayacuchano

    adobo ayacuchano

    • Spicy guinea pig: An interesting way to try guinea pig is to prepare it in a yellow chili sauce, accompanied by potatoes and rice.
    spicy guinea pig

    spicy guinea pig

    • Queso Helado: It is a sweet reward at the end of the meal, a traditional dessert made with milk, cinnamon, cloves and sugar, then brought to a cold temperature that gives it a texture similar to ice cream.
    queso helado

    queso helado

    You are ready to organize your next trip to Peru Ayacucho, now is the time to choose the ideal moment to do it. Auri Peru designs customized experiences where you can include this destination with enough time to visit each of its main places, contact us now and discover that your trip can be something unforgettable.

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