Tarma Attractions

Tarma is a surprisingly modern city and an unexpected treat in the middle of the Central Highlands. Unlike some of the other 'modern' cities in Peru that area characterized by bland square concrete buildings, Tarma has some beautiful Spanish architecture. It's dubbed the "Pear of the Andes" and boasts a beautiful modern Plaza de Armas. The neo-Classical Iglesia Cathedral Santa Ana, on the west side of the plaza, was built in 1954.

On the hills around Tarma are a number of pre-Inca and Inca ruins which have not been restored and are generally overgrown. These ruins are not often visited but are interesting to explore if you have some spare time.