Huancayo

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Huancayo

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Huancayo is the capital of the Junín Region located in the central highlands of Peru. The city was founded as a Spanish reduction and served as a key stop along the historic Inca road system. It remains a vital economic and social hub for the central Peruvian highlands.

Statistics

Area

319.00 km²

Population

378,203

Location