Jaén Province

The province extends across 5,232 square kilometers of mountainous terrain intersected by rivers from the Huancabamba-Chamaya Basin to the Marañón River.

Spanish conquistador Diego Palomino established Jaén de Bracamoros in 1549, which became the capital of this province during the colonial administration.

The region maintains archaeological remains from Pre-Chavin cultures at Montegrande and Turuco sites, dating back to 1,000 BC.

Agriculture employs more than fifty percent of the local workforce, with rice and coffee production representing the primary economic activities.

The territory serves as a geographical connection point between Andean and Amazonian cultures, featuring both mountain ranges and tropical valleys.

Location: Cajamarca Department

Capital city: Jaén

Shares border with: Cutervo Province, San Ignacio Province, Bagua Province, Utcubamba Province, Ferreñafe Province, Lambayeque Province, Huancabamba Province

GPS coordinates: -5.70000,-78.80000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 12:38