Chota Province, Administrative province in Cajamarca, Peru
The territory of Chota Province extends across 3,795 square kilometers of mountains and valleys within the Cajamarca Region at an elevation of 2,388 meters.
The area of Chota Province contains archaeological evidence from multiple Pre-Columbian civilizations, including the Chavin, Wari, and Moche settlements dating back centuries.
The San Juan Bautista festival, celebrated from June 13 to June 24, brings together nineteen districts of Chota Province for traditional dances and regional competitions.
The province maintains connections through regular bus services from major cities like Chiclayo and Cajamarca, with access via the Longitudinal de la Sierra Highway PE-3N.
The Plaza de Toros El Vizcaino in Chota stands as the second largest bullring in Peru, hosting international matadors during the June festivities.
Location: Cajamarca
Capital city: Chota
Shares border with: Celendín Province, Cutervo Province, Hualgayoc Province, Santa Cruz Province, Luya Province, Chiclayo province, Ferreñafe Province, Utcubamba Province
GPS coordinates: -6.56278,-78.64917
Latest update: March 18, 2025 10:00
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