Leymebamba Museum

The Leymebamba Museum is an archaeological museum situated at an altitude of 2,400 meters above the small town of Leymebamba, in the Amazonas department of Peru. This location offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the rich history of the region while enjoying the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Focus on Chachapoyas Culture

The Leymebamba Museum is primarily dedicated to the culture of the Chachapoyas people, also known as the 'cloud warriors', who occupied the North of present-day Peru from the 9th to the 15th century. Visitors can learn about the history, traditions, and lifestyle of this ancient civilization through the museum's extensive collection of artifacts.

Collections and Exhibitions at Leymebamba Museum

The Leymebamba Museum is renowned for its significant collection of funerary bundles, or mummies, and their funerary offerings. In addition to these historical artifacts, the museum also provides information on the local flora, including orchids, and fauna. An exhibition of quipus, an ancient Andean system of record keeping, found in the region is also on display.

Artifacts Collection at Leymebamba Museum

The collection of the Leymebamba Museum includes 261 mummies and over 200 funerary objects. Most of these artifacts were discovered in the Condors Lagoon during an archaeological project. This impressive collection provides a unique insight into the funerary practices and beliefs of the ancient Chachapoyas people.