The archaeological museum displays the finds and funerary goods from the archaeological site of Taramaya.
The Museum preserves the Chullpa Tani, one of the most important and famous archaeological finds in recent years.
Located in the municipality of Pata Patani, on Lake Titicaca, the Pata Patani Archaeological Museum exhibits many artifacts found in the ruins of Taramaya.
These include one of the most impressive relics of the ancient Inca and Tiwanaku cultures, perhaps the most famous item of the entire collection: the Chullpa Tani. Also known as the Momia Tani (Tani Mummy), it owes its name to the place where it was found. It is the mummy of a high-ranking woman, which is evinced from the peculiar artificial deformation of the skull, according to a typical practice of Inca society.
Another important exhibit, which also clearly reflects its high social standing, is the mummy of a child of about three years. Like the Tani mummy, it too has a deformed skull and is wrapped in clothing with fine decorations.
Contact us to visit the Archaeological Museum of Pata Patani with our local guides, their stories and accounts will provide a unique insight into the history and legends of the area.
Additional Info
It is recommended to wear warm clothing, suitable for windy weather conditions, comfortable shoes, to bring a hat and sunglasses, binoculars and a camera.
Where
Community of Pata Patani, municipality of Puerto Perez, department of La Paz.
Transportation
By public transport
With minibuses from the interprovincial terminal of the city of El Alto to Quehuaya, travel time approximately 4 hours. Check the closest stop to the Pata Patani community. The departure time of the minibuses is at 10:00 a.m., booth 17. The price of the ticket is Bs 10 per person.
Community transportation
From the city of El Alto in the Rio Seco area, in front of the interprovincial terminal, local transport leaves to Quehuaya. Check the closest stop to the Pata Patani community. The departure time 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. The ticket price is Bs 15 per person.
By private transport
From the city of La Paz take National Route 2 towards Batallas; there take the deviation by road towards Lake Titicaca until the Community of Pata Patani. The duration of the trip is approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Visiting Rules
For your health and the health of local population, remember to comply with all biosecurity protocols and codes of conduct before and during your stay: wear a mask and carry hand sanitizer, plus a first aid kit, with sunscreen and medications for altitude sickness.
During your visit remember to protect the cultural and natural heritage of the region.
