General Information
Population
Language
Population 27.000.000 inhabitants. - Urban: 72,3 % - Rural: 27,7 % Peru is a nation of mixed ethnic origins. Throughout its history, Peru has been the meeting ground for different nations and cultures. The indigenous population was joined years ago by the Spaniards. 500 As a result of this encounter, and later enriched by the migration of African blacks, Asians and Europeans, Peruvian man emerged as the representative of a nation whose rich ethnic mix is one of its leading characteristics. - Spanish: 80,3% - Quechua: 16,2% - Other languages: 3,0% - Foreign languages: 0,2% As part of its rich cultural tradition, Peru features many different languages. Although Spanish is commonly spoken across the country, Quechua is a major legacy of the Inca empire, and is still spoken with regional dialects in many parts of Peru. In addition, other languages are spoken such as Aymara (in Puno) and a startling variety of dialects in the Amazon jungle, which are divided up into 15 linguistic families and 43 different languages.
Currency The official currency in Peru is the Nuevo Sol (S/.), which is divided into 100 centimos. The currency includes coins for 5, 10, 20 and 50 centimos and 1, 2 and 5 sol coins. There are bills in the denomination of 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 Nuevos Soles.
Govermment
Peru is a democratic republic. The president and members of Congress are
elected every five years by universal suffrage. The current constitutional president of Peru is Ollanta Humala Tasso (2011-2016).
Peru is a representative democratic republic divided into 25 regions. Its geography varies from the arid plains of the PaciďŹ c coast to the peaks of the Andes Mountains and the tropical forests of the Amazon Basin. It is a developing country with a high Human Development Index score and a poverty level around 31 percent. Its main economic activities include agriculture, ďŹ shing, mining, and manufacturing of products such as textiles.
More Information Electricity
The electric voltage in Peru is 220 volts and 60 cycles, you can buy adapters voltage in specializes stores.
Credit Cards
Are accept American Express, Visa, Diners Club and Mastercard. Note that the use of credit cards is unusual in the provices
Time Zone GMT (UTC) -05:00 hrs. (Valid throughout Peru, year-round) More Info
www.peru.org.pe Official website of the Peruvian Goverment with tourist information. http://www.peru.travel/en/
Huancayo yo
Huancayo (Quechua Wankayuq), founded as the Holy Trinity of Huancayo June 1, 1572, is the largest city in the central highlands of Peru south of the Mantaro Valley. It is the district capital of the department of Junín and Huancayo province. The area was inhabited by huancas, who would later form part of the United Huanca. They were annexed to the Inca Empire, becoming a place of coexistence of upheaval and repression by the Incas. It is located about 3271 meters above sea level in the Mantaro Valley, on the left bank of the river of the same name, which confirms Huancayo as one of the highest cities in Peru and the tenth in the world. The city occupies land in five districts of the province Huancayo, El Tambo, Chilca, Pilcomayo, and San Agustin Huancan boxes. The villages near the city
although they are mostly rural and not part of the core area of the city, are greatly inuencidas by this in the economic, cultural and transport areas. Its main attractions become the work of its artisans and landscaped recreational tourism. Highlights: The Cordillera Huaytapallana the trout farm Ingenio, weekly markets and other equally important. Tourist attractions in the city Cathedral of Huancayo. This temple, known initially as Matrix Temple was built on land donated notable neighbors Chapel of Mercy. Considered a National Historic Landmark, as one of the few remnants of the colony is preserved. Here the Constitutional Convention met in 1839 can be seen Inside a large collection of paintings from the Cusco School. Cerrito de la Libertad. A natural vantage point from where you have a panoramic view of the city. It has a zoo renovation site. Torre Torre. One kilometer from Cerrito de la Libertad. Geological huge towers set clay soil, molded by wind and rain Sunday Fair Huancayo. Located in the Huancavelica Avenue. Week after week, craft, industrial and agricultural products are sold. Identity Park Wanka. Attractive park motif Wanka Culture. Archaeological Remains Huarivilca. The Columbian. Famous hacienda located south of Huancayo.
Let yourself be seduced by Huancayo-Junin and
fall in love with its pleacesand natural surroundings.
JUNIN MAIN ATRACTIONS: Complejo Arqueológico de Tunanmarca (a 56.9 km) Complejo Arqueológico de Tarmatambo (a 83.62 km) Centro Arqueológico de Arwaturo (a 13.27 km) Santuario de Wariwilca (a 10.46 km) Complejo Arqueológico de Ancashmarca Cascada de Miraflores Nevado de Huaytapallana Baños Termales de Acaya
General Information Region: Junín Latitude: -12.0681 Longitude: -75.2101 Altitude: 3257 meters Icon-climate Temperature: -8 ° C Condition: Cloudy Humidity: 87% Wind: 162 km / h NNE
Junín is also an interesting place to
visit during your festivities, among which we find:
Lord of Muruhuay - Held every May 3. He is also known as the Christ of the Rock. This conclusion is interesting to note the mix of religious celebrations along with those that are inherited from the pre-Hispanic ancestors as there are various rituals that are practiced at this time, in addition to the actual religious, among them an agricultural ritual that is observed in thanks to the benefits that these three elements provide power for men.
Weather The climate of the region Junín Cold-Damp, temperatures in the summer vary from medium to high, ranging between 20 ° and 30 ° C during the day to go down to 5th or ° C at night. In the winter, during the day it manifests barely above 0 ° C overnight and reach -20 ° C.
Access Routes The most frequently used to reach Junín Book pathway is through the Central road, taking the road in La Oroya to Tarma and then divert to Junín. You will reach the town of Junín in about 5 hours from Lima. In dry season you can use two alternative ways to get to the area via the road Sings Mountains - Widow - Pasco, in approximately six hours.
welcome to the incomparable city of Huancayo