Leoncio Prado Province
Leoncio Prado Province, Administrative province in Huánuco Region, Peru.
Description
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.
History
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.
Culture
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.
Practical
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.
Did you know?
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.
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Laksha Warina
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Urqumayu
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Ahuila Gencha Machay
91.4 km
Garu
93.5 km
Shillacoto
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Susupillu
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