Lambayeque is home for the descendants of the great Chimu Civilisation that had existed before the Inca Empire. Chiclayo is the Capital and is 770 Km from Lima. There are interesting museums and buildings and ruins to witness the wonderful work in gold and other metals. There are also sophisticated work of textiles and ceramic. Huaca Rajada contains the tomb of the Lord of Sipan, a Mochica prince buried with all his regalia. Chiclayo’s food is among Peru’s best. Duck and rice, seco de cabrito (goat), chinguirito, tortilla de raya with chicha de jora (maize beer) are a real delight for many visitors
Lambayeque is home for the descendants of the great Chimu Civilisation that had existed before the Inca Empire. Chiclayo is the Capital and is 770 Km from Lima. There are interesting museums and buildings and ruins to witness the wonderful work in gold and other metals. There are also sophisticated work of textiles and ceramic. Huaca Rajada contains the tomb of the Lord of Sipan, a Mochica prince buried with all his regalia. Chiclayo’s food is among Peru’s best. Duck and rice, seco de cabrito (goat), chinguirito, tortilla de raya with chicha de jora (maize beer) are a real delight for many visitors