Quechua (Geography)

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Valle del Colca, Arequipa, Peru
Valle del Colca, Arequipa, Peru

Quechua is one of the eight Natural Regions of Peru. It is located between the 2 300 and 3 500 m above the sea level. It is composed by big valleys that are divided by rivers. These rivers are kept thanks to the estival rains.

Passionflower or Granadilla, a flora species.
Passionflower or Granadilla, a flora species.

Its flora includes Andean alder, gongapa, and arracacha. People who live in this region, cultivate corn, squash, passionfruit, papaya, wheat, and peach.

Notable fauna include birds like the chihuanco or white-necked thrush.