Pomabamba Province

Pomabamba Province is located in Ancash Region on the eastern side of the Cordillera Blanca in Peru. The province covers several districts with mountains, valleys, and traditional communities.

The province was established in 1861 as a formal administrative area. Before that, the region had resisted outside control through its own political structures and alliances.

The people here speak Quechua as their main language in daily life and maintain customs that have been passed down through generations. This language shapes how communities interact in villages and at local markets.

The climate is temperate with cool nights and milder days, especially in the higher areas. Most rain falls between January and March, so other months are better for visiting.

The province contains old stone structures from pre-Columbian times that were built by an early Andean culture. These ruins show how skillfully people built their homes and settlements in the mountains long ago.

Location: Ancash Department

Capital city: Pomabamba

Shares border with: Huaylas Province, Mariscal Luzuriaga Province, Sihuas Province, Yungay Province, Marañón Province, Pataz Province

Website: http://munipomabamba.gob.pe

GPS coordinates: -8.83300,-77.46700

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:24