Ayaviri District

Ayaviri District extends across 1,013 square kilometers of mountainous terrain at an elevation of 3,907 meters in the Puno region of Peru.

The district underwent significant administrative changes during Peru's transition from departments to regions in 2002, affecting its governmental structure and local organization.

The district contains numerous mountains including Achuqallani, Chata Ch'ulla, and Rinri, which shape the daily activities and traditions of local communities.

The district capital Ayaviri serves as the administrative center where residents can access municipal services and communicate with local government representatives.

The territory experiences temperature variations from 19 degrees Celsius during daytime to minus 6 degrees Celsius at night throughout the calendar year.

Location: Melgar Province

Capital city: Ayaviri

Elevation above the sea: 3,907 m

Shares border with: Pucará District, Palca District, Vilavila District, Ocuviri District, Umachiri Distric, Santa Rosa District, Nuñoa District, Orurillo District, Asillo District, Tirapata District

GPS coordinates: -14.88194,-70.59000

Latest update: March 10, 2025 16:42