Apurimac Department

The Apurimac Department covers 20,896 square kilometers of mountains and valleys, extending across seven provinces with Abancay as its capital city point.

The department, established in 1873, originated from ancient Quechua and Aymara settlements, including the Chanca people who resisted the Inca Empire control.

The region maintains strong Quechua traditions with 70 percent of residents speaking the language, while celebrating local ceremonies and preparing traditional mountain dishes.

Transportation between provinces relies on an extensive bus network, connecting major cities like Abancay and Andahuaylas through mountain routes.

The Saywite Stone near Abancay presents intricate carvings depicting the Inca cosmos, serving as a geographical model of the ancient empire.

Location: Peru

Capital city: Abancay

Shares border with: Ayacucho Department, Cusco Department, Arequipa Department

GPS coordinates: -14.16667,-72.75556

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:39