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Department | Altitude | Weather |
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Cajamarca | 2750 m.a.s.l | Clear and warm |
Anniversary | Best time to visit | Main destinations from Cajamarca |
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February 11th | June, July, and August | Arequipa, Lima, Cusco, Piura |
The best period of time to visit Cajamarca is in June, July and August if you like nice and warm temperatures. If you prefer to travel for the carnival, February or March is the best moment.
-Cajamarca has a semi-dry and temperate climate with a rainy season from October to April.-The maximum temperature is 70 °F (21 °C) and the minimum descends to 39 °F (4 °C).
Carnival of Cajamarca | (February-March) | Its one of the most well-known festivals in Peru, and the residents of Cajamarca participate in music and dance contests. They organize a parade and dance and sing through the streets. At night youll see the coronation of the queens of the festival, traditional dances, and its a great opportunity to try local drinks and dishes. They also organize patrols and troupes on the most traditional neighborhoods, mostly for young people. |
Cruces de Porcón | (Palm Sunday) | In this religious festival, giant crosses made of reeds and palms are carried through the Porcon valley. The crosses are adorned with round and oval mirrors, which represent the souls of the dead. Palm Sunday is the main day during the festival and is not to be missed! On Palm Sunday the crosses are blessed, songs are sung in Latin and Quechua, and there is a procession to represent the triumphant arrival of Christ in Jerusalem. This day the children put on costumes of angels and they throw from the Señorca, a donkey charged with the transportation of the Christ image. |
Festival de San Juan Bautista | (June 24th) | This religious celebration features handicraft fairs and social gatherings in honor of the patron saint, John the Baptist (San Juan Bautista). |
Cajamarca FONGAL Fair | (July 24th-31st) | At this fair agricultural, agroindustrial and handicrafts are displayed and sold. You can also stop by marinera dance and Peruvian Step Horse competitions. The swiss cheese and the condensed milk are tasted also at this fair. |
Señor de Huamantanga | (September 23rd-25th) | This is a regional fair with religious, cultural and athletic activities for anyone to participate in. |
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While not mandatory, having a tour guide can enhance your experience when visiting the archaeological sites of Cajamarca. A guide can provide you with historical and cultural information, as well as help you better understand the meanings and significance of each place. Additionally, they will assist you in navigating the sites and ensure you don't miss any interesting details. If you prefer to explore on your own, make sure to gather prior information about the sites to make the most of your visit.
At redBus, you can find a variety of buses destined for the city of Cajamarca. Some of them include: Transportes Chiclayo, Linea, Diez Ases, Turismo Titanic and Turismo Atahualpa. This will depend on the route and schedule you choose.
That will depend on the route, the schedule, and the bus you choose. You can find bus tickets from Lima to Cajamarca starting from S/70.00 or from Trujillo to Cajamarca starting from S/28.00.