Cusco Department

The Cusco region extends over 71,987 square kilometers and borders seven other Peruvian departments, including Ucayali, Madre de Dios, and Puno.

The department of Cusco originated from territorial divisions established after Peru gained independence in 1821, incorporating lands of the former Inca Empire.

The region maintains strong indigenous traditions with Quechua as the primary language for over half of its population, influencing local governance and education.

The administrative region contains 13 provinces and 112 districts, with governmental offices centralized in the capital city of Cusco at 3,400 meters elevation.

The Plain of Anta within the Cusco region produces specialized high-altitude crops at 3,000 meters, including native varieties of potatoes and quinoa.

Location: Peru

Capital city: Cusco

Shares border with: Ucayali Department, Madre de Dios Department, Puno Department, Arequipa Department, Apurimac Department, Ayacucho Department, Junin Department

Address: Cusco, Peru Cusco

Website: http://cusco.biz/departamento-del-cusco

GPS coordinates: -13.26000,-72.11000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:19