Janca

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Panoramic view of the Janca Region, Huaraz, Peru
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Panoramic view of the Janca Region, Huaraz, Peru

Janca is one of the eight Natural Regions of Peru. It is located in the frozen heights where the condor lives.

Condor flying in The Colca Canyon, Arequipa, Peru.
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Condor flying in The Colca Canyon, Arequipa, Peru.

The fauna in this region is limited because of the very cold weather. The only plant that grows here is the yareta or yarita (Azorella yarita).

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