Paracas

The Bay of Paracas is located around 15 Km south of Pisco. Sunshine most of the year, with mild temperature during the day but cold nights and frequent sand storms mainly in the winter characterize the Paracas Peninsula.

The Paracas culture inhabited this area between 1300 BC and 100 AD. They are known for its fine woven textiles embroidered with geometric designs.


Museums

The Julio C Tello site museum displays samples of textiles and funerary bundles discovered by Peruvian archaeologist Julio C. Tello. Open daily 9:00 am to 5 p.m.


Protected Areas

Paracas National Reserve