San Miguel Province

San Miguel Province extends across mountainous terrain with elevations ranging from 500 to 4,000 meters, creating multiple climate zones throughout its thirteen districts.

The Nanchoc District contains irrigation canals dated to 3400 BCE, representing the earliest known water management systems discovered in the Americas.

Textile manufacturing stands as a central craft activity in the province, with local artisans producing cotton and wool products through traditional methods.

The province maintains regular bus transportation connections between its thirteen districts, with San Miguel de Pallaques serving as the central transportation hub.

Gold mining operations in the elevated regions contribute to the local economy, alongside substantial dairy production from cattle raised on mountain pastures.

Location: Cajamarca Department

Capital city: San Miguel de Pallaques

Shares border with: Contumazá Province, Hualgayoc Province, Santa Cruz Province, San Pablo Province, Chepén Province, Chiclayo province

GPS coordinates: -7.00000,-78.85000

Latest update: March 13, 2025 08:45