Chan Chan, Peru

The desert city at risk of drought

South America's mud brick metropolis

Discover more about Chan Chan, Peru

Virtual tour

An Elaborate City Made of Mudbrick

The extraordinary town planning of the ancient Chimú empire

The history

How Chan Chan was Built

A brief history of Chan Chan

See the sights

Explore the city in 3D

Explore in 3D

See Where The Royals Gathered

Explore Audencia Palacio Tschudi in 3D

Explore in 3D

The Royal Compound

Explore Palacio Tschudi in 3D

Explore in 3D

Chan Chan From Above

An aerial view of one of the most well known sites in Chan Chan

The city in danger of washing away

The climate issues threatening Chan Chan

Staying Ahead of the Weather

The dangers of droughts, floods, and sea-level to the Chimú empire city

Read

Why Rain is Risky

How this historic city is eroding away

The Impact of El Niño

The complex weather pattern that's affecting the country

From local lips

Why do these sites matter?

The Locals Working Hard to Preserve the City

Escucha los testimonios sobre su trabajo

Why the People of Chan Chan Are Raising Awareness

The community that surrounds Chan Chan

Giving Chan Chan a chance

What can be done to fight climate change?

4 Ways Chan Chan is Protecting its History and Heritage

Preserving the history of Chan Chan

Adapting for the Future

The steps the city is taking to address the threats

Desert life

Discover the history of Chan Chan

What Was Life Like at the Peak of the Chimu Empire?

Discover the story of the three eggs laid by the sun

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