Cajamarca Province, Administrative province in northern Andes, Peru
The province spans across 2,979 square kilometers of terrain, containing twelve districts with altitudes ranging from 420 to 4,496 meters above sea level.
The region holds archaeological significance with the oldest irrigation canals in the Americas, dating back to 3400 BCE in the Nanchoc District.
The province features Spanish colonial religious buildings, traditional dairy production, and Quechua influences that shape local traditions and festivals.
The provincial capital, located at 2,720 meters elevation, connects to major cities through paved roads and maintains government offices at www.municajamarca.gob.pe.
The mountain ranges of Llusk'a Qullpa, Allqay Wasi, and Añas Qaqa create natural boundaries between the twelve administrative districts.
Location: Cajamarca Department
Capital city: Cajamarca
Shares border with: Cajabamba Province, Celendín Province, Contumazá Province, Hualgayoc Province, San Marcos Province, San Pablo Province, Gran Chimú Province
GPS coordinates: -7.15694,-78.51750
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:32
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