La Congona is an archaeological site from the Chachapoyas culture that dates back around 800 years. It is defined by two distinct areas, the northern section follows the Chachapoyas' traditional style that includes circular structures and geometric motifs. The motifs depict the puma and snake.

In the northern section, there are at least 30 structures. They display a classic part of Chachapoyas architecture. It has a round shape and wave-shaped friezes, the houses in this location are also partly covered by native plants including orchids.

The southern half of La Congona is home to roughly 34 architectural structures. In the South, these qualities are less noticeable, particularly in ornamentation. In this complex, there is one building that distinguishes it from the rest in shape and pattern. The structure is 16-meter rectangular with six trapezoidal doorways.

Some other facilities are still covered in the usual vegetation of the area. One structure sticks out from the rest, it has a rectangular design and six trapezoidal doorways, unlike the circular ones. This site reflects the Inca occupation of the region a century before the arrival of the Spaniards.

Getting There:

La Congona is located in Leymebamba district, Chachapoyas province, in the Amazonas region,  about 2520 meters above sea level. To reach this site, you need to depart from Leymebamba and then walk for about two and a half to three hours accompanied by a guide.

Weather:

The climate in La Congona, like much of the Amazonas region, is temperate, warm, and humid. Rainfall can occur throughout the year, with the driest months being from May to October.