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Things to see in Huancavelica (Peru): 8 places and when to go
Huancavelica is a town in Peru, and this site lists 8 places in and around it, mainly Nature (3), Mountains (3), Hot springs (2). The best known are Wamanrasu, Sitaq and Uchkus Inkañan. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In December there are 12 h 45 of daylight, and in June, 11 h 15. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Peru · -12.79, -74.99
- Places
- 8 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (3) · Mountains (3) · Hot springs (2) · History (1) · Temples (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- LIM Lima, 246 km as the crow flies
What to see in Huancavelica
The places in and around Huancavelica, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- WamanrasuMountain in Peru15 km
- SitaqMountain in Peru27 km
- Uchkus InkañanArchaeological site in Peru15 km
- AntarasuMountain in Peru22 km
- Iglesia San SebastiánCultural heritage site in Peru1.5 km
- Museo Regional Daniel Hernández MorilloMuseum in Peru1.7 km
- Baños Termales del IncaHot spring3.1 km
- Public Thermal BathsHot spring1.9 km
When to go to Huancavelica
The best time to visit Huancavelica is April to September; also possible: October to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible12:41
- FebPossible12:25
- MarPossible12:05
- AprBest time11:43
- MayBest time11:25
- JunBest time11:15
- JulBest time11:19
- AugBest time11:34
- SepBest time11:56
- OctPossible12:18
- NovPossible12:36
- DecPossible12:45
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 12 h 45 of daylight, and in June, 11 h 15. In April, 8 of the 8 places are at their best.
When to go to Peru in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Huancavelica
The nearest main airport is Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM, Lima), 246 km as the crow flies. How to get around Peru (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Huancayo10 places82 km
- Ayacucho7 places94 km
- Lunahuaná5 places126 km
- Chincha Alta5 places143 km
- Pisco, Peru6 places168 km
- San Miguel de la Pascana18 places211 km
And all of Peru, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Huancavelica?
The best known: Wamanrasu, Sitaq, Uchkus Inkañan, Antarasu, Iglesia San Sebastián. In all, 8 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Huancavelica?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In December there are 12 h 45 of daylight, and in June, 11 h 15.
How do you get to Huancavelica?
The nearest main airport is Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), 246 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Huancavelica as the destination and these 8 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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