Valle de las Ánimas
A canyon of giant rock pillars on La Paz’s eastern outskirts, where needle-like earth columns stand like ghosts; a more dramatic hike than Moon Valley.
Valle de las Ánimas, or Valley of the Spirits, lies about 15 kilometers east of La Paz. Along both sides of the canyon, rain has eroded huge needle-shaped earth pillars, some dozens of meters tall. When the wind blows through them, it produces a moaning sound, which is why the valley is also called the Valley of the Dead. Behind it rise the Illimani and the mountains toward the Palca Canyon, and the scenery is grander than Moon Valley. You can hire a car to the viewpoints, or combine it with Palca Canyon for a one-day hike. There are no public facilities, so bring your own water and food. Dirt roads are difficult in the rainy season.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Muela del Diablo
- Valle de la Luna (La Paz)
- Mirador Laikakota
- Mirador Killi Killi
- El Prado (Avenida 16 de Julio)
- Plaza Murillo
- Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace
- National Museum of Art