Chiclayo is a rather unattractive, bustling modern city with little to see or do in the city itself. Many buildings have corrugated iron roofs and ugly bare brick walls. However, it is one of the most important archaeological areas in Peru, with the very important sites of Sipán, Túcume and Sicán all close by. The fabulous treasures of the Señor de Sipán are housed in the Brüning Museum in nearby Lambayeque, and are one of Peru?s star attractions. Chiclayo makes a good base for visiting the different sites, and despite its ugliness, and the occasional whiff of fishmeal in the air, the city is very vibrant and has good hotels and services.
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