Trujillo

Discover Trujillo: The City of Eternal Spring and Rich Ancient Culture 🌞🌊

Trujillo, the vibrant capital of La Libertad, is located on Peru’s stunning northern coast. Known as the “City of Everlasting Spring” for its perfect year-round weather, Trujillo is a must-visit destination on your trips to Peru! 🌺🌴

This city is famous for being the birthplace of the elegant Marinera dance 💃 and boasts some of the best beaches for surfers seeking the perfect wave 🌊🏄‍♂️.

Step back in time and explore Trujillo’s incredible heritage from the Chimú and Mochica civilizations. Marvel at ancient pyramids, temples, and mud cities, and experience traditional customs like fishing on the iconic Caballito de Totora reed boats 🚣‍♂️—a living culture that will captivate you from start to finish!

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Top tourist attractions

  • Chan Chan: The largest mud citadel in America, that belongs to Chimú culture.
  • Sun and Moon Huacas: Built by the Mochicas and where stunning figures of dancers and warriors stand out.
  • Huanchaco Beach: Enjoy the Caballito de Totora boats, exquisite food and its beautiful beach.
  • National Contest of Marinera: Typical regional dance that takes place in January.
  • International Spring Festival. It is celebrated in October, where the traditional parade of queens takes place.
  • Cebiche: Fish fillet chopped cooked with lemon, onion and ají limo.
  • Cabrito con frijoles: Goat kid stew, macerated in chicha de jora and vinegar, served with beans cooked with onion and garlic.
  • Shambar: Wheat soup with pork skin and smoked ham, stews and Chinese onion. It is served with toasted corn (cancha).
  • Sopa teóloga: Turkey and/or chicken broth with potatoes, cheese and bread soaked in milk.
  • Frejoles a la trujillana: Black beans with sesame seeds and mirasol ají. 
  • Pepián de pava: Turkey stew with rice, grinded soft corn, cilantro and aji.
  • Pescado a la trujillana: Steamed fish with onion and egg sauce.
  • From June 20 to 30: National Contest of Marinera: 
  • April 24: Beginning of the Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo Festival, patron saint of Tayabamba in Pataz. 
  • July 13: Santiago de Chuco Festival. 
  • July 29: Señor de la Caña Festival in Chiclín. 
  • August 15: Virgen de la Alta Gracia festivity in Huamachuco.
  • September 20 to 30: International Spring Festival. Paso Horse contests
  • December 15: Virgen de la Puerta festivity in Otusco. The largest expression of faith in northern Peru.
  • December 29: Anniversary of the founding of Trujillo.

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