Iñao National Park and Integrated Management Natural Area

Iñao National Park is a large protected area in the mountains of Chuquisaca with varied landscapes, including mountain slopes, forests, valleys, and grasslands. The different elevations create distinct habitats for plants and animals across the region.

The protected area was established in 2004 to preserve natural resources across four provinces of Chuquisaca. This formal recognition made it possible to protect the region's diverse ecosystems for the long term.

Several communities in the region have long practiced agriculture within the protected area, using traditional farming methods adapted to local conditions. These living practices show how people and nature coexist here.

The area is accessed through the towns of Padilla, Monteagudo, and Villa Vaca Guzmán, from where hiking trails cross different elevation zones. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions, as the altitude varies significantly between valleys and mountains.

The military macaw, a rare mountain bird, nests in the park's varied habitats and makes it an important refuge for this species. Birdwatchers often come here to see this striking bird in its natural surroundings.