Independencia District, Huaraz
Independencia |
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District |
Churup Lake, Independencia District |
Coat of arms | |
Country |
Peru |
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Region |
Ancash |
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Province |
Huaraz |
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Founded |
November 16, 1992 |
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Capital |
Centenario |
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Government |
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• Mayor |
Gregorio Emiliano Mezarina Paredes |
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Area |
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• Total |
342.95 km2 (132.41 sq mi) |
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Elevation |
3,049 m (10,003 ft) |
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Population (2005 census) |
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• Total |
61,705 |
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• Density |
180/km2 (470/sq mi) |
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Time zone |
PET (UTC-5) |
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UBIGEO |
020105 |
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Independencia District is one of twelve districts of the province Huaraz in Peru.[1]
Geography
The Cordillera Blanca traverses the district. Some of the highest peaks of the district are Pallqarahu, Pukaranra, Ranrapallqa and Rurichinchay. Other mountains are listed below:[2]
See also
References
Coordinates: 9°30′53″S 77°31′39″W / 9.5146°S 77.5275°W / -9.5146; -77.5275