Andahuaylas Province, Administrative province in Apurimac Department, Peru.
Andahuaylas Province is an administrative region in Apurímac that spans twenty districts across mountainous land. The elevation varies between 2,000 and 4,000 meters, shaping both the landscape and how people live there.
The region was once home to pre-Inca cultures, especially the Chanka, whose stone structures and farm terraces still remain visible today. These archaeological traces show a long history of people living in these mountains.
Local people keep Quechua traditions alive through farming, traditional healing, and community gatherings that follow the seasons. These customs shape how people live and work together throughout the year.
Visitors can reach the region by flying to Coronel FAP Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport or by taking buses from major Peruvian cities. Travel by road requires time due to mountainous routes that connect to other parts of the country.
The territory contains several ecological zones ranging from high-altitude grasslands to temperate valleys. This diversity allows different farming methods and shows how nature changes dramatically across short distances.
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