Qala Qala
Cala Cala Painted Caves
Useful Information
| Location: | 20 km south of Oruro, South Altiplano. |
| Open: | Per Person US$ 1. |
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| Classification: |
 Karst Cave
 Painted Cave
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| Address: | Viajeros del Tiempo, Soria Galvarro 1220, Oruro, Tel: 527-1166. |
| As far as we know this information was accurate when it was published (see years in brackets), but may have changed since then. Please check rates and details directly with the companies in question if you need more recent info. |
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History
Description
Qala Qala cave is famous for cave paintings. These pictures and carvings are mainly of llamas. They are thought to date from the Wankarani Period (c 800BC-AD400). The custodian, Francisco León, lives nearby. A local tour company, Viajeros del Tiempo, also organise trips to the cave.
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