Cangallo Province

Cangallo Province spans 1,916 square kilometers across the Ayacucho Department, containing six districts with mountains reaching heights of 5,167 meters.

The province received its official designation from Simon Bolivar in 1825, and in 1828 obtained the honorary title of Heroic Province of Santa Rosa de Cangallo.

More than ninety percent of the population speaks Quechua as their first language, maintaining strong connections to their indigenous heritage through traditional celebrations.

The province accommodates 30,443 residents according to the 2017 census, with the city of Cangallo serving as its administrative center and capital.

The territory contains numerous archaeological sites declared as National Cultural Heritage, including the ancient settlements of Anta Q'asa and Kunkachayuq.

Location: Ayacucho Department

Capital city: Cangallo

Shares border with: Huamanga Province, Víctor Fajardo Province, Vilcas Huamán Province, Huaytará Province

GPS coordinates: -13.62866,-74.14410

Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:55