Campo de la Alianza monumental complex © Marco Garro / PROMPERÚ
Alameda Bolognesi Two blocks from the Paseo Cívico One of the busiest roads in the city retains, in its first block, its original architecture with traditional mansions. Under this walk runs the Caplina river.
Parque de la Locomotora First block of Av. Grau In this space remains Locomotive no. 3, model 1859, which carried the Peruvian troops for the epic defense of the Morro de Arica under the command of Colonel Francisco Bolognesi. Subsequently, it continued to provide transport services between Tacna and Arica until 1940.
Estación de Ferrocarril Tacna-Arica / Museo Ferroviario Nacional Av. Gregorio Albarracín 484 The old Tacna-Arica station maintains much of the machinery and objects used during the second half of the 19th century, which tells the story of the railway.
Complejo monumental del Campo de la Alianza 5 miles (8 km) north of the city of Tacna (10 min by car) Mon-Sun, 8:00-12:00 and 14:00-17:00. Entrance fee charged. In the place where the Battle of Alto de la Alianza took place on May 26, 1880, in the framework of the Pacific War, tribute is paid to the combatants. In addition to the battlefield, the visit is completed by a cemetery, a monument and a site museum that shows weapons of the time, uniforms, letters, documents, and a diorama that illustrates the fight.
Valle Viejo de Tacna Pocollay District, 2 miles (3.5 km) east of Tacna City (9 min by car) Wide countryside that runs through the districts of Pocollay, Calana and Pachía. Its mild, dry weather and beautiful landscapes make it the perfect place to relax and enjoy regional cuisine. You can also visit the wine, pisco and macerated wineries present along its 14 miles (23 km).
Distrito de Pocollay 2 miles (3.5 km) east of Tacna City, Pocollay District (9 min drive) Town of great agricultural activity that stands out for its export products; vine, plums and damasks. In the main square is the church of Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes. Las Peañas site museum exhibits the objects recovered during the excavations of the 56 pre-Inca and Inca tombs.