Luya Viejo District
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| Luya Viejo | |
|---|---|
| District | |
| Country |
 Peru |
| Region | Amazonas |
| Province | Luya |
| Founded | November 22, 1918 |
| Capital | Luya Viejo |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Nilo Antonio Villacrez Chuquizuta |
| Area | |
| • Total | 73.87 km2 (28.52 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 2,820 m (9,250 ft) |
| Population (2005 census) | |
| • Total | 415 |
| • Density | 5.6/km2 (15/sq mi) |
| Time zone | PET (UTC-5) |
| UBIGEO | 010510 |
Luya Viejo is a district of the Luya Province, Peru, located in the northern part of the province. The capital is the town Luya Viejo.
The district covers an area of 73.87 km²; the district capital is located at an altitude of 2,820 m above sea level. The climate is dry moderate cold.
The District of Luya borders:
- To the North: Conila District, Santa Catalina District.
- To the South: Luya District, Lonya Chico District.
- To the East: St Kitts of Olto District, Santa Catalina District.
- To the West: Conila District.
The district has several attractive places for tourists, such as the ruins of the Chachapoya culture.
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Coordinates: 6°12′S 77°57′W / 6.200°S 77.950°W
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