A 450-square-kilometre desert geoglyph complex etched into the iron-oxide coated pebbles of the Pampa de Jumana by the Nazca culture between 500 BC and 500 AD; flying at 1;000 feet reveals the geometric precision of the 300-metre monkey and spider figures; the dry; wind-scoured earth preserves the white paths of sun-bleached limestone beneath the dark surface in an environment that almost never sees rain.
About Nazca Lines
A 450-square-kilometre desert geoglyph complex etched into the iron-oxide coated pebbles of the Pampa de Jumana by the Nazca culture between 500 BC and 500 AD; flying at 1;000 feet reveals the geometric precision of the 300-metre monkey and spider figures; the dry; wind-scoured earth preserves the white paths of sun-bleached limestone beneath the dark surface in an environment that almost never sees rain.
Why Visit
Nazca Lines is one of Peru's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Best Season
🌤 Year-round
Quick Facts
Location
Peru
Type
attraction
Coordinates
-14.6975°, -75.1350°
Learn More
Wikipedia article available
Insider Tips
- 1
Nazca Lines is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
- 2
Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Peru.
