Urubamba Province

Located 57 kilometers northwest of Cusco city, Urubamba Province encompasses seven districts including Chinchero, Huayllabamba, Machupicchu, Maras, Ollantaytambo, Urubamba, and Yucay.

The province gained official recognition through a government decree in 1825, and later in 1962 received designation as an archaeological province of Peru.

The Vilcanota River crosses through this fertile valley where Inca populations established settlements, creating agricultural terraces and ceremonial structures throughout the territory.

The province maintains an elevation of 2,588 meters above sea level, with temperatures ranging between 4 and 21 degrees Celsius throughout the year.

Within its 1,439 square kilometers, Urubamba Province contains multiple snow-capped peaks including Willka Qasa, Chakikucha, and Hatun Luychu, visible from various locations.

Location: Cusco Department

Capital city: Urubamba

Shares border with: Anta Province, Calca Province, Cusco Province, La Convención Province

GPS coordinates: -13.31033,-72.12000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:59