Rúpac: Adventure Sports and Tourism 2026
Rupac means red flame or city of fire, and is considered the Machu Picchu of Lima. It is a pre-Inca citadel where the Atavillos culture developed. This place is ideal for Rupac trekking, from the path to get there and the journey to this wonder. Photo: radionacional.com.pe This citadel is full of landscapes with imposi...
Key facts about Rúpac
| Ubicación | Huaral, Lima |
|---|---|
| Altitud | 3200.50 m.s.n.m. |
| Clima | Templado de montaña |
| Mejor época | Abril a Octubre (temporada seca) |
| Región natural | Sierra |
Rupac means red flame or city of fire, and is considered the Machu Picchu of Lima. It is a pre-Inca citadel where the Atavillos culture developed. This place is ideal for Rupac trekking, from the path to get there and the journey to this wonder.
Photo: radionacional.com.pe
This citadel is full of landscapes with imposing natural greenery, buildings that reach up to 10 meters in height located on the edge of the abyss. The ruins of Rupac consist of 51 buildings, 28 of which remain intact. Its main construction is the Castle Marca Kullpi, surrounded by mystical mausoleums and a set of well-preserved chullpas.
Location
It is located in the district of Atavillos Bajo in the province of Huaral, 8 hours from Lima.
Reference: wiki.sumaqperu.com
Reference: municipality of Huaral
Rupac Climate and Temperature
Annually, it has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and a minimum of 16°C. The best time to visit is between the months of September and May. From June to September, the area experiences a rainy season and very low temperatures.
Altitude:
- 3580 meters above sea level
How to Get to Rupac
To access this wonder, you are invited to take a 2-hour trip from Lima to Huaral, then another 2-hour journey from the province of Huaral to the town of La Florida, about 55 kilometers; a route that later continues with a 30-minute drive to the town of Pamapas, where a 4-hour hike begins; a time that is rewarded by the wonders of Rupac. Camping is allowed, and then return to Lima from Rupac.
Adventure Sports
- Trekking
Rupac Video
Video: Sin Mapa
Extra Note: Rupac Tours
The Kingdom of the Atavillos
- The culture of the Atavillos developed between the years 900 and 1400 in the heights of Huaral.
- They stood out for their unique style in house construction technique in Peru and worldwide.
- It began near Lake Titicaca and according to research, they reached the Huaral area as part of the expansion of the Huari - Tiahuanaco empire.
- They occupied the Chancay river basin, building their cullpis up to 10 meters high with several floors and a rectangular base; their roofs were made of stone beams.
- They were conquered by the Inca Pachacútec around the year 1400.
The Only Restaurant in the Town of Pampas
Many know the town of Pampas as the ghost town, because many years ago the inhabitants decided to leave the site and descend 800 meters to La Florida. Most people believe they will find nothing in that place, but they are mistaken; there is the only restaurant in Las Pampas, named "Mi Ceci," where you can enjoy the best food in the area at very affordable prices ranging from S/. 8, dishes like pachamanca of meat and chicken, fried trout, patasca, and roasted pork are some of the meals offered at this place.
Photos: mochileaperu.blogspot.com - huancayaperu.com
Location and how to get to Rúpac
Rúpac is located in Huaral, Lima.
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Huaral, Lima
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