Kuelap Fortress

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Kuelap Fortress

Historical landmark · Luya

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Carr. a Kuelap, 01415, Peru

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Massive walled mountaintop settlement of the Chachapoyas culture  

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Aug 17, 2025

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"A huge, walled mountaintop settlement once populated by the mysterious Chachapoya civilization, known as the warriors of the cloud forest." - Tom Vanderbilt Tom Vanderbilt Tom Vanderbilt is a journalist and New York Times best-seller author. His articles on design, technology, science, and culture have appeared in Slate, Wired, Rolling Stone, Outside, The Wall Street Journal, Ne

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Learning Peru's Hidden History, From the Cloud Forests of Amazonas to the Volcanic City of Arequipa | Condé Nast Traveler

"Kuélap, a place so impressive that tour operators and tourism officials hope it will divert visitors from Machu Picchu in the years ahead; it's been made more accessible by a high-altitude cable car that opened in 2017."

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In Peru, the Ancient Ruins of Llaqta de Kuélap Have Reopened After More Than a Year | Condé Nast Traveler

"After damage from heavy rains prompted its closure to travelers in April 2022, northern Peru's Llaqta de Kuélap ruins—one of the largest ancient monuments in the Americas—has reopened to visitors, with limits in place. Located in the Andes Mountains in the country’s Amazonas region, the site has in the last decade or so gained popularity among international visitors, especially as an alternative to the overtouristed Machu Picchu—and is especially impressive for its scope."

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Lisa Williams

Google
All I can say is wow. This site is amazing, the walk through the historical buildings is beautiful and the view is breathtaking. It isn't a huge sight and there is a 1.4km hike up hill to the actual site once you get off the cable cars but it's worth it (you could rent a horse if you wanted to). It's quite uneven so if mobility is an issue you might need to take care.

Louis Shah-Ashworth

Google
One of the best archaeological sites I've ever done. Utterly fascinating place

Chin Zhi Hui

Google
A magnificent site, with all the round houses in the typical Chachapoyas style. However, do note that there was a landslide early in 2023 and some parts are still under repair (and the walk is a little muddy, since it is not intended to be the main one.). Fantastic scenery though.

Julie Kingshott

Google
It was so amazing 👏 built 1000 years, BC!!! Unbelievable, so beautiful up here, orchids and bromeliad grow upon trees and a wealth of birds 🐦 including hummingbirds, grace the citadel. The 4km cable car 🚡 was just awesome. It's all so interesting. If you can't make the final climb, you can hire a horse. Take a guide for a full experience ✨️

A. Thibodeaux

Google
Stunning.. expect a truly breathtaking experience visiting ruins of Kuélap. It’s nestled high in the cloud forests of northern Peru. Massive stone walls and hundreds of circular ruins are a testament to the ingenuity of the Chachapoyas culture. We also really enjoyed the scenic cable car ride up; which provides stunning views of the Andes. Recommend bringing good walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and hydration source (though you can buy water and stuff on the hike) Definitely be prepared for some light hiking to fully explore this magnificent fortress. A must-visit for history buffs and adventure seekers alike!! Highly recommend!!

Андрей Демидов

Google
It's interesting place. Unfortunately now (September 2024) open just 60% of territory. Better take a guide, because there aren't signs inside. There are 3 ways to go to there from the closest village on the main road: take/walk from Nuevo Tingo by teleferico, go all the way by van or hiking 9 kms from Tingo. There isn't ticket office on the entrance. You have to buy it in Nuevo Tingo or in Chachapollas.

Jordy Scott

Google
Very exotic place. Still under some construction. Book tickets in advance. The Restaurant at the top was pretty decent. 😄

Lindsey Balague

Google
What a beauty! Quiet and clean to wander around this magnificent city. The staff were very helpful, they even shared some coca leaves as we felt a bit dizzy up there 🥰 Support tourism around Chachapoyas, they need it and it is a place so rich in heritage! 👣If you have the time San Juan de Sonche has some amazing ruins (Restos Arqueológicos de CAMBOLÍN) and some pictographs (Pinturas Rupestres QUILLQUIKAKA). They also have some caves with old human remains and a beautiful waterfall, shame they don't get enough visitors. If you feel adventurous check my Google reviews for those 2 places on how to get there.