Huayllay

The district of Huayllay extends across 1,026 square kilometers of mountainous terrain at an elevation of 4,310 meters above sea level.

The name Huayllay comes from the Quechua word Wayllay, reflecting the ancient indigenous presence in this high-altitude region of Peru.

Residents of Huayllay maintain their indigenous heritage through the daily use of both Spanish and Quechua languages in their communities.

Visitors can access the district through the main road network connecting to Pasco Province, with local transportation available from surrounding urban centers.

The district contains rock formations shaped by volcanic activity and erosion over millions of years, creating natural sculptures across the landscape.

Location: Pasco Province

Capital city: Huayllay

Elevation above the sea: 4,310 m

Website: http://www.munihuayllay.gob.pe

Shares border with: Ondores District, Santa Barbara de Carhuacayan, Santa Cruz de Andamarca District, Pacaraos District, Santa Leonor District, Oyón District, Simón Bolívar, Vicco

Website: http://munihuayllay.gob.pe

GPS coordinates: -10.99990,-76.36530

Latest update: March 13, 2025 23:38