Chavín de Huántar: from the museum to the temple galleries
A visit to Chavín de Huántar gains depth when you explore the museum before the monument: the plazas, reliefs and galleries then become more than ancient stone.
Read guide →Huaraz can serve as a base for visiting Chavín de Huántar, with shared transport and minivans connecting the two. Staying overnight in the city beforehand can ease the schedule and leave more time for the journey.
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