How to cross the scenic Puente Tablachaca
Peru, south-america
1.6 km
N/A
moderate
Year-round
Picture this: you're in northwestern Peru, cruising down the asphalted Carretera 100. Suddenly, BAM! You're face-to-face with the Tablachaca bridge, a truly spectacular sight. It's not super long at just 36 meters, but get this - within a mile, you'll rumble across four old-school wooden bridges. Oh, and if you're heading towards the Tipon ruins, get ready for a curvy paved road that is an absolute blast to drive! Don't forget the Puente Upamayo, a high mountain bridge crossing guaranteed to give you those epic, top-of-the-world vibes. This isn't just a drive; it's an adventure for the memory books!
Where is it?
How to cross the scenic Puente Tablachaca is located in Peru (south-america). Coordinates: -11.2219, -74.3634
Road Details
- Country
- Peru
- Continent
- south-america
- Length
- 1.6 km
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Coordinates
- -11.2219, -74.3634
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