The region of Junin is a region in central highlands of Peru. Its capital is Huancayo. Huancayo is located near the Mantaro Valley at an altitude of 3,271 meters. Huancayo is the cultural and commercial center of the whole central Peruvian Andes area.
The highest elevation 4,818m. Ticlio. The population in the region of Junin 1,182.649 last census ( 2005 ) now is around 1,200.00 ( 2007 ).
This region is divided into 9 provinces which are composed of 123 districts. The provinces and their capitals are as fallows:
1. - Chamchamayo ( La Merced ).
2. - Chupaca ( Chupaca )
3. - Concepcion ( Concepcion )
4. - Huancayo ( Huancayo )
5. - Jauja ( Jauja )
6. - Junin ( Junin )
7. - Satipo ( Satipo )
8. - Tarma ( Tarma )
9. - Yauli ( La Oroya )
ATTRACTIONS OF JUNIN REGION
Huamanmarca Square
Corner of Jr. Ica and Jr. Piura.
In this square, Jerónimo de Silva founded Huancayo as a town on June 1st 1 572.
Huancayo Sunday Fair
Huancavelica avenue, blocks 2-12.
Established in 1 572 to promote trade among local natives, the fair is a market place for handicrafts as well as industrial and agricultural products.
Huanca Identity Park
San Antonio District
This is where people pay homage to the most well-known artists in the region. Salesiano School Museum
Prolongación Arequipa 105, Huancayo.
Phone: (064) 24-7763
Visits: Monday to Friday 9:00-13:00, 15:00-17:00.
Situated in the El Tambo district, it displays a large variety of fauna, particularly from the central jungle, as well as archaeological pieces and coin and stamp collections, among others.
Artisan House
Corner of Real and Paseo La Breña streets
A handicraft and tourist center with the best displays of silverware, textiles, leather work, carved gourds, wood carvings and other handiwork. La Libertad Hill
Located a five minute bus ride away, about 1 km east of Huancayo at the end of Giraldez avenue, this area is also known as the Mirador (lookout point) because of the splendid view of the city and part of the Mantaro Valley. There are recreational and mechanical games, a semi-Olympic swimming pool and a small zoo.
Torre Torre
A geological area situated 1 km or a 15 minutes walk from the La Libertad Hill. The rain and the wind have formed 10 to 30 m tall stone towers in this area, hence its name. It provides a wonderful view of the Mantaro Valley.
OUTSKIRT OF THE CITY
Ingenio
Situated 28 km northeast of Huancayo, about 35 minutes by car along the so-called Valle Azul (Blue Valley). In this area there are trout farms, country restaurants and adequate camping sites.
Sicaya
Located 8 km northeast of Huancayo, about 20 minutes by car. A prominent attraction is the church which was declared a Historical National Monument, with famous baroque style carved wooden altars and eighteenth century canvases.
Warivilca Sanctuary
Ancient sanctuary of the Wari Empire, situated 6 km south of Huancayo in the Wari annex, a 20 minute drive by car. This Archaeological Complex was built between 800 and 1 200 AD and was discovered in 1 935. The temple is one of its outstanding structures. There is an on-site museum.
Ñahuimpuquio Lagoon
Situated in the Ahuac district 15 km from Huancayo, surrounded by beautiful landscapes.
Huaytapallana
Located 25 km From Huancayo, it takes about two hours to drive there and 30 minutes to climb the 5 200 m. high snow-capped mountain on foot. This is a popular area for adventure sports.
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