Arco Deustua
A stone arch built in 1847 to commemorate the battles of Junín and Ayacucho in Peru's War of Independence. It is a landmark at the northern end of Puno's old town.
The Arco Deustua was built in 1847 to honor the heroes of the Battle of Junín and the Battle of Ayacucho during Peru's War of Independence in 1824. It is named after the prefect of Puno at the time. The arch is built of andesite, and steps beside it lead to a small viewpoint above where you can see the city and the lake. It stands near the northern end of Jirón Lima and is about a 10-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas. It is free and easy to combine with other sights in the city.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Fiesta de la Virgen de la Candelaria
- Carlos Dreyer Museum
- Plaza de Armas & Puno Cathedral
- Museo de la Coca y Costumbres
- Kuntur Wasi Viewpoint
- Puma Uta Viewpoint
- Yavari Ship Museum
- Uros Floating Islands