Quispicanchi Province
Quispicanchi Province, Administrative province in Cusco Region, Peru
Description
Quispicanchi is a province in Cusco Region located in southern Peru, comprising twelve districts with Urcos as its administrative center. The territory covers mountainous terrain interspersed with lakes, valleys, and highland plateaus.
History
The province was inhabited in pre-Columbian times, evidenced by the Pikillaqta archaeological site containing remnants of ancient Andean urban settlements. These early structures demonstrate that organized societies existed in the region long before Spanish contact.
Culture
Quechua is the primary language spoken by most residents, shaping how people communicate in daily life and connect with their surroundings. You will hear it in local markets, villages, and community gatherings throughout the territory.
Practical
The province connects to neighboring areas through road networks that link different districts and mountain communities. Visitors should prepare for varied weather conditions and elevation changes when exploring different parts of the territory.
Did you know?
The Willkanuta mountain range runs through the province featuring notable peaks like Ausangate and several high-altitude lakes scattered across the terrain. This geographic feature shapes the landscape and holds particular importance for local communities.
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Tipón
21.1 km
Waqrapukara
36.1 km
Convent of Santo Domingo
41.4 km
Laq'o
41.2 km
Pachatusan
26.2 km
Amaru Marka Wasi
41.3 km
Muyu Urqu
38.4 km
Rumicolca
11.4 km
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Iglesia de la Recoleta
40.7 km
Rumiwasi
38.2 km
Wayna Tawqaray
36.7 km
Plaza Limacpampa
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40.4 km
Mawk'allaqta
35.5 km
Ninamarka
34.4 km
Pillku Urqu
34.4 km
Araway Qhata
39.7 km
Machu Kuntur Sinqa
34.5 km
Cusilluchayoc
41.2 km
Anahuarque
36.8 km
Tauja
20.4 km
Silkinchani
28.8 km
Huaypun
21.4 kmVelille River
35.6 kmPitumarca River
41.1 km
Traditional Textile Center of Cusco
41.4 km
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