Pukara de Quitor National Monument

Built in the 12th century and strategically placed on the side of a hill protected by a gorge over the river, the Quitor Pukara is an old Inca fortress that was taken over by Spaniards in 1540. It was built with large and small stones kept together by mud used as mortar. Despite the construction, the Pukara had to be restored for the first time in 1981. Since then, it was restored once again in 1992 by initiative of a Spanish organization.

Location

Region of Antofagasta, 316 km (197.5 mi) northeast of Antofagasta. 3 km (1.8 mi) northwest of San Pedro de Atacama. Map

When to go

Year-round

Attractions

Archeological sites, urban culture, picturesque route.

How to get there

Santiago-Calama: by air and land. Calama-San Pedro de Atacama: by public or private transport. From San Pedro de Atacama, go north by Tocopilla street, after 3 km you will arrive at Pukara de Quitor. See Transport

Activities

Cultural journey, photography. Activities Index

Services

No services available

Surroundings

San Pedro de Atacama, Valle de la Luna, Geysers del Tatio, Salar de Atacama