About
Pumapungo Archaeological Park sits in the city of Cuenca, in the Azuay province of Ecuador, on Calle Larga and Huayna Capac. It is also known as Parque Arqueológico Pumapungo, and it protects the remains of the ancient Tomebamba settlement, a place that holds traces of several layers of the region's past.
What you will see
The park is an archaeological site where visitors can walk among Inca ruins and preserved remains from the Cañari and Inca cultures. Pre-Columbian artifacts are displayed alongside the site itself, so the visit connects what remains in the ground with what has been recovered from it. Museum exhibits help explain the material on view.
Why it makes a worthwhile visit
- It offers a direct look at the Inca and Cañari presence in the Cuenca area.
- The archaeological remains and the museum exhibits can be seen together in one place.
- It suits visitors interested in history, archaeology, or the pre-Columbian heritage of Ecuador.
Planning your trip
The park is in the centre of Cuenca, so it can be reached as part of a walk through the city, where colonial streets and other sights are close by. For current visiting information, you can call the park at +593 7 283 1255 before you go.
