Vilcabamba District

Vilcabamba District is an administrative territory in La Convención Province that encompasses diverse landscapes. The land transitions from thick forests at lower elevations to high mountain ranges rising above 5,000 meters.

The district holds archaeological remains of Vitcos, a major city from the late Inca period. The settlement served as an important center of power from 1537 until 1572.

Quechua remains the main language spoken by people living in the district's communities. This linguistic heritage connects residents to the broader Andean cultural world that surrounds them.

The district capital is situated at 2,943 meters above sea level and functions as the main administrative hub. Visitors should prepare for high elevation and mountainous terrain, as access requires traveling through difficult passages.

The Apurímac River marks a natural boundary between the district and the Ayacucho Region nearby. This watercourse gathers flow from mountain tributaries and creates a striking geographic division that has shaped the area for centuries.

Location: La Convención Province

Inception: January 2, 1857

Capital city: Lucma

Elevation above the sea: 2,764 m

Shares border with: Villa Virgen District, Echarate District, Santa Ana District, Maranura District, Santa Teresa District, Huanipaca District, Inkawasi District, Chungui District, Kumpirushiato District

Website: https://gob.pe/munivilcabamba-cusco

GPS coordinates: -13.10783,-73.12137

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:54