Pasco is a place where contrasts are the foundation of everything: mountains and jungle come together to create a chain of cold mountains and abundant vegetation that will allow you to enjoy everything from adventure sports on the circuits of the Huayllay Stone Forest, to relaxing in the hot springs of La Calera, to the waterfalls that give way to the lush central jungle. Start planning your trip and enjoy all that Pasco has to offer.
To travel from cities like Lima to Cerro de Pasco, the capital of the Pasco department, you can travel by bus. The average travel time is 8 hours.
One of the tourist attractions you can't miss in Pasco is the Huayllay Stone Forest. It is located in the Huayllay district, a 30-minute drive from the city of Cerro de Pasco. The site lies between 4,000 and 4,600 meters above sea level and covers 6,815 hectares, where you can explore more than 4,000 rock formations that delight locals and tourists alike. This is such a wonderful and impressive place that it was designated one of the 7 Wonders of Peru. Here you can see rocks that are around 70 years old and resemble animals such as turtles, bears, and fish. You can also see 500 cave paintings displaying anthropomorphic geometric figures representing the ancient inhabitants of this area. You can also see animals that inhabit these lands, such as foxes, deer, vicuñas, partridges, hawks, and more. It is undoubtedly a perfect destination for photography.
Next, you can visit the Chumbivilcas Archaeological Complex, located in the upper part of the Tapuc district, in the Daniel Alcides Carrión province. It is located at 3,900 meters above sea level. This is a very interesting pre-Incan complex where you can observe an orderly system of roads with streets, steps, passageways, houses, a chapel, a military fort, and an observation deck. So, if you are interested in history and archaeology, don't hesitate to visit it.
Another attraction in the department of Pasco is the Huaguruncho Snow-Capped Mountain. This is a beautiful mountain located in the Huaguruncho Mountain Range, between the departments of Pasco and Huánuco, 66 km from the city of Cerro de Pasco. It has an altitude of 5,723 meters above sea level. This snow-capped mountain was formed by four glaciers: Ranrajanca, Jacahuay, Incatama, and Carhuaraj. Many tourists come to Pasco to trek to the peak and admire the surrounding lagoons. So, if you're a lover of adventure and nature, don't miss this experience.
As many know, Oxapampa is a spot in the department of Pasco that tourists love. It's a destination that captivates with its natural attractions, such as the Tigre River waterfall, the Yanachaga Chemillén National Park, and Chontabamba, as well as the towns where Austrian and German cultures are felt from the architecture to the cuisine. Places like Pozuzo and Villa Rica are not to be missed, both for admiring the landscapes and for tasting the best coffee in the world.
Finally, another attraction you can visit in Pasco is the Sacred Citadel of Goñicutac. It is located in the town of Rocco, at an altitude of 3,600 meters above sea level. It is a pre-Incan construction of great value and beauty, from where you can contemplate a photographic Andean landscape. It was made of stones joined with mud and has been declared "Archaeological Cultural Heritage of Pasco." Among its main attractions is the Temple of the Moon, a space where religious rituals were held, as well as other buildings for agricultural and civil functions. This citadel is said to have belonged to the Yaros, a people influenced by the Wari culture.
-The climate in Pasco varies depending on the area you are in. Cerro de Pasco has a cold and moderately rainy climate, with an average annual temperature ranging between 0°C and 12°C. On the other hand, Oxapampa has a warm and temperate climate, with an average annual temperature ranging between 13°C and 24°C. So, depending on the places you plan to visit, it's best to pack warm or light clothing, a rain jacket, hiking shoes, swimwear, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
-On your visit to Pasco, you should try its delicious traditional dishes, such as Picante de cuy (Cuy Picante), Charquicán (Charquicán), Caldo de Cabeza (Head Broth), Pachamanca (Pachamanca), Caldo Verde (Green Broth), Arveja con carne (Peas with Meat), and the Oxapampa Grill, among others. You'll be amazed!
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