Miculla petroglyphs

Look at the stones, not only the view: Miculla outside Tacna has animals and other figures engraved into rock surfaces.

What to expect

At Miculla the attraction is on the stones. A bird, a camelid: explanations help you notice more. Start with a few clear examples rather than trying to cover the largest possible number of rocks.

How it fits into a journey

Start from Tacna and arrange the return at the same time. Keep a town walk or meal as the flexible remainder of the day rather than adding another distant excursion.

Practical answers

Are these paintings?

The familiar figures are petroglyphs: engravings made in stone. Do not touch them or wet the rock to improve a photograph.

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