The Candelabro

The Candelabro is a geoglyph located on the northern part of the Paracas Peninsula. It spans approximately 180 meters and is etched into the surface of the sand with an average depth of 1.20 meters. The climate and the salty atmosphere surrounding the hill act as natural binders, hardening the sand around the Candelabro.

Strong winds, known as “Paracas”, regularly fill and empty the figure, which helps keep the lines of the drawing clearly defined, despite the sandy sediment that covers the surface. The same winds remove excess sand from the channels, maintaining the figure in good condition naturally.

Also known as the “Trident” or “Three Crosses”, the Candelabro shows evidence of symbolic syncretism in its representation, which leads to the mystery surrounding its creation, age, and purpose. In 2016, it was declared a Cultural Heritage of the Nation by the Ministry of Culture.