Chancay, Peru

Welcome to Chancay, a small city located 78 km (48 mi) north of Lima in Peru. With a population of 63,378, Chancay is a hidden gem that boasts a rich history and breathtaking landscapes. The city was founded in 1562 under the name of Villa de Arnedo and was later part of the Inca Empire. The Chancay culture was a pre-Columbian archaeological culture that has left its mark on the city. Today, Chancay is a popular tourist resort for nearby Lima, with its main attraction being El Castillo, a faux castle that was recently repaired but constructed in the nineteenth century. The castle houses a small museum displaying Chancay culture pottery and mummies. Visitors can also explore the city’s many galleries and see the remnants of the Chancay culture. In 2019, COSCO agreed to build a new port on the coast of Chancay as part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative. The China Harbour Engineering Company of China Communications Construction Company agreed to build the complex at 992 hectares (2,450 acres), which would include breakwaters, docks, and a 1.8-kilometer (1.1 mi) tunnel to warehouses. The first dock is expected to open in early 2023, and when finished, the complex will accept up to 1.5 million twenty-foot equivalent unit intermodal containers and 6 million tons of cargo annually. Chancay is a city that is full of surprises and is waiting to be explored. Come and discover the magic of Chancay today!