Huaraz

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Huaraz

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Huaraz is a city in Peru serving as the capital of the Ancash Region. It is situated in the Callejón de Huaylas valley between the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra. The city acts as a major hub for mountaineering and adventure tourism.

Statistics

Area

370.03 km²

Population

118,836

Location