Leoncio Prado Province

Leoncio Prado Province is an administrative division in the Huánuco Region containing ten districts with varied geographical features. Tingo María functions as the administrative center and sits in terrain that transitions from mountain ranges to tropical forest areas.

The province was named after Leoncio Prado Gutiérrez, a Peruvian naval officer who died in the War of the Pacific. This naming honors an important figure in Peru's military past.

Spanish is the main language spoken by the majority of residents, while Quechua remains in use among indigenous communities and shapes daily interactions. This linguistic blend reflects the region's complex social composition and heritage.

The province is connected to neighboring regions through a road network, with San Martín to the north and Ucayali to the east. These connections make travel between different areas relatively straightforward.

The territory contains protected areas such as Tingo María National Park, which safeguards ecosystems ranging from mountain regions to rainforests. This ecological diversity makes it significant for conservation efforts in eastern Peru.

Location: Huanuco Department

Capital city: Tingo María

Shares border with: Dos de Mayo Province, Huacaybamba Province, Huamalíes Province, Huánuco Province, Marañón Province, Pachitea Province, Puerto Inca Province, Ucayali Province, Bellavista Province, Tocache Province, Padre Abad Province

GPS coordinates: -9.29944,-76.00000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08