Layzon, Archaeological site in Cajamarca, Peru.

Layzón is an archaeological site on the slope of Sexamayo hill, in the Cajamarca district at 3,200 m above sea level, about 9 km from the city of Cajamarca. It was occupied by the Late Huacaloma culture (1000–550 BC) and later was the seat of the Layzón culture (250–50 BC).

Layzón lies on the slope of Sexamayo hill, 9 km from the city of Cajamarca at 3,200 m. The site was occupied by the Late Huacaloma culture between 1000 and 550 BC, then became the seat of the Layzón culture from 250 to 50 BC. That culture preceded the Cuismanco kingdom.

Layzón gave its name to a culture dated between 250 BC and 50 BC, which followed the Late Huacaloma occupation of 1000–550 BC. Its potters made tripod vessels, plates and spoons in kaolin, some bearing hieroglyphic signs; the sources state this was the only Andean culture with writing. The Layzón culture preceded the Cuismanco kingdom.

The site is located in the mountains and is best explored on foot, as the structures spread across a large area. Visitors should bring sturdy footwear and sun protection, as there is little shade on the grounds.

Layzón gave its name to a culture dated between 250 BC and 50 BC, which followed the Late Huacaloma occupation of 1000–550 BC. Its potters made tripod vessels, plates and spoons in kaolin, some bearing hieroglyphic signs; the site lies on the slope of Sexamayo hill at 3,200 m, 9 km from Cajamarca.