Towering over the Uyuni Salt Flat, the Tunupa volcano conceals a lesser-known treasure: Halfway up lies the Chullpas Cemetery, a hidden cave containing seven mummies. Located in the town of Coqueza, just across the salt flats from Uyuni, this cave welcomes an average of only six visitors per day.
Inside the cave, seven mummies silently share the tales of their enigmatic past. While details about their identities remain a mystery, it is believed they were from an important family. Though partially skeletonized, the mummies are remarkably well-preserved, with untouched hair and clothing. Ceramics and other artifacts accompany them, offering a tiny glimpse into the lives of the local indigenous peoples of centuries past. Unfortunately, on-site information for curious visitors is minimal.
Coqueza’s Chullpas Cemetery, shrouded in mystery and rarely explored, is a hidden gem that offers a captivating peek into Bolivia’s rich history.
