Abancay Province

Abancay Province is an administrative region in the Peruvian Andes with mountainous terrain spanning nine districts, from valleys to high mountain ranges. The provincial capital of Abancay sits at the center, serving as the main hub for the region's communities.

This region was originally home to Quechua-speaking peoples before it became a formal province in southern Peru during the 1800s. The administrative reorganization followed Peru's effort to consolidate its territorial organization after independence.

Quechua remains the everyday language for most people here, connecting them to centuries-old Andean traditions that shape daily life. This linguistic heritage reflects how communities maintain their connection to ancestral ways of living in the mountains.

The region sits at high mountain altitude and requires time to acclimatize, especially for visitors from lower elevations. Good footwear and warm layers are advisable, as mountain weather can change rapidly.

The mountainous landscape here includes several districts with their own agricultural traditions adapted to extreme high-altitude conditions. These locally developed farming methods show how communities have worked with the challenging alpine environment for generations.

Location: Apurimac Department

Capital city: Abancay

Shares border with: Andahuaylas Province, Antabamba Province, Aymaraes Province, Cotabambas Province, Grau Province, Anta Province, La Convención Province

Website: http://muniabanacy.gob.pe

GPS coordinates: -13.63400,-72.88100

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:24