Parinacochas Province

Parinacochas Province spans across 5,968 square kilometers of land, containing eight districts with Coracora serving as its administrative center.

The province maintains numerous archaeological sites, including Inkawasi, which reflects the ancient settlements and cultural development of the region.

More than half of the population speaks Quechua as their first language, maintaining strong indigenous traditions throughout the eight districts.

The province connects to major regions through borders with Apurímac Region to the north, Paucar del Sara Sara Province to the east, and Arequipa Region to the south.

Lake Parinaqucha sits within the province's boundaries, while Mount Sara Sara reaches an elevation of 5,505 meters along the eastern border.

Location: Ayacucho Department

Capital city: Coracora

Shares border with: Lucanas Province, Paucar del Sara Sara Province, Andahuaylas Province, Antabamba Province, Aymaraes Province, Caravelí Province, La Unión Province

GPS coordinates: -15.01699,-73.78042

Latest update: March 14, 2025 05:45