Department of Huancavelica
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
The Department of Huancavelica lies in the central highlands of Peru. It was created on 26 April 1822 alongside several other departments by the provisional election regulations. The region features mountainous terrain and agricultural valleys, with its capital city sharing the same name, Huancavelica.
Statistics
Area
22,131.47 km²
Population
347,639