Mala District

Mala is an administrative district in Cañete Province located in the Andean foothills region. The area spreads across a sizable territory at low elevation and supports thousands of residents with local government services.

The district was established in 1825 following Peru's independence from Spanish colonial rule, marking the creation of formal local governance. This founding was part of the new nation's broader administrative reorganization.

The Huarco people established themselves here before the Inca period, creating settlements connected to the wider Pachacamac religious network. Their presence shaped how communities organized and maintained ties across the region.

The district has relatively flat terrain, making it easy to explore on foot or move around. Its location near the coast provides convenient access to surrounding areas and local services.

Near the Mala River stands Las Totoritas tower, where two Spanish leaders met in 1537 to hold peace talks. This encounter was a rare moment of negotiation during the turbulent conquest period.

Location: Cañete Province

Inception: July 22, 1825

Capital city: Mala, Cañete Province

Elevation above the sea: 30 m

Shares border with: Santa Cruz de Flores District, Calango District, Coayllo District, Asia District, San Antonio

GPS coordinates: -12.65750,-76.62917

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:59