A trail passing among ancient funerary monuments reveals the traces and mysteries of the Carangas populations.
Visit the burial towers located between Patacamaya and Tambo Quemado, examples of the grandeur of the ancient Aymara fiefdoms.
The Aymara culture is particularly alive in this area, as highlighted by the presence of impressive funerary monuments known as chullpas or chullpares: pre-Hispanic tombs in the shape of towers with a square base. The chullpares of Cóndor Amaya, made of adobe and mud, are very impressive standing at almost five meters tall.
They were built by the Carangas, one of the many ethnic groups that made up the Aymara kingdoms. The site is located between the communities of Cóndor Amaya and Huallyani, along the road that connects the municipalities of Patacamaya and Curahuara de Carangas.
They occupy an area of eight hectares and today are partially ruined, due to widespread looting in colonial times.
Write to us to organise your visit to the chullpares of Cóndor Amaya: we will take you along this incredible path to discover the ancient Aymara culture and its traditions.
Additional Info
It is recommended to wear warm and windproof clothing, comfortable footprint shoes, cap, hat, sunglasses and to bring a camera.
Suggested periods
- Autumn
- Spring
- Summer
- Weekend
Where
Municipio de Curahuara de Carangas, Departamento de Oruro.
Transportation
By public transport
From La Paz to Patacamaya by minibus. Once there take a microbus to Curahuara de Carangas. You will meet the chullpares Cóndor Amaya along the way.
By private transport
From La Paz or Oruro take Highway 1 towards Patacamaya. Once there, head towards Curahuara de Carangas by RN 4, Patacamaya-Tambo Quemado highway. You will meet the chullpares Cóndor Amaya along the way.
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, sunscreen and medications for altitude sickness.
During your visit remember to protect the cultural and natural heritage of the region.