Trujillo

Huaca del Sol y de la Luna

HUACA DEL SOL Y LUNA

The Huacas del Sol y de la Luna (Temples of the Sun and the Moon) are one of the most important archaeological sites on the northern coast of Peru. They were built by the ancient Moche civilization between approximately 100 and 800 AD, long before the rise of the Inca Empire.

Top Reasons to Visit Huaca del Sol y de la Luna
  • Restored colorful murals with geometric and mythological designs

  • Ceremonial plazas and platforms used for rituals

  • The Huacas de Moche Site Museum, which displays ceramics, textiles, and artifacts found during excavations

  • Views of the surrounding Moche Valley landscape

Quick Facts
  • Region: La Libertad

  • Altitude: Approx. 34 m above sea level

  • Closest Town: Trujillo


  • Access:by car

What to see & do

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