Shancayan Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Huascaran National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Huascaran National Park, a lovely green space in Independencia. Discover the area's glaciers and countryside.
Baños Termales Monterrey
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Baños Termales Monterrey during your travels in Independencia.
Baños Turcos Sauna
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Baños Turcos Sauna during your travels in Independencia.
Wilcahuaín
Learn about the local history of Independencia when you spend time at Wilcahuaín. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.
Palcacocha Lagoon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Palcacocha Lagoon during your travels in Independencia.
Llaca Lagoon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Llaca Lagoon during your travels in Independencia.
Activities
From Huaraz: Hike to the Lagoon 69
From Huaraz ||Chavin de huantar/museum/ lagoon of querococha
From Huaraz: Tour to the Pastoruri Glacier and Puya Raimondi
From Huaraz: Tour to Llanganuco Lakes (Chinancocha Lake)
From Huaraz: Laguna 69 fullday trek
Chavin Ruins Day Trip (UNESCO Heritage Site)
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Other neighbourhoods around Shancayan
Palmira
While Palmira isn't home to many top sights, Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Huaraz Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.
Vichay
While there might not be top attractions in Vichay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Baños Termales Monterrey and Huaraz Plaza de Armas.
Paria
Though Paria may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Baños Termales Monterrey and Huaraz Plaza de Armas.