Chotuna-Chornancap Archaeological Complex
Complejo Arqueológico Chotuna-Chornancap
A group of adobe pyramids linked to the legend of Naylamp, the founder of Lambayeque, where the tomb of a priestess was discovered.
About 8 km southwest of Lambayeque town, this site consists of adobe pyramids associated with Naylamp, the legendary founder of the Lambayeque dynasty. In 2011 the tomb of the Priestess of Chornancap was discovered here, containing gold and silver ornaments. The site has an on-site museum and a reconstructed temple with relief carvings. Visitor numbers are low, making it a good stop for those interested in archaeology who have already seen the main museums.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Lambayeque Historic Center & Casa de la Logia
- Brüning National Archaeological Museum
- Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum
- Pimentel Beach & Pier
- Mercado Modelo
- Plaza de Armas & Chiclayo Cathedral
- Paseo de las Musas
- Monsefú