Independencia District, Huaraz
| Independencia | ||
|---|---|---|
| District | ||
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Churup Lake, Independencia District | ||
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| Country |
 Peru | |
| Region | Ancash | |
| Province | Huaraz | |
| Founded | November 16, 1992 | |
| Capital | Centenario | |
| Government | ||
| • Mayor | Gregorio Emiliano Mezarina Paredes | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 342.95 km2 (132.41 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 3,049 m (10,003 ft) | |
| Population (2005 census) | ||
| • Total | 61,705 | |
| • Density | 180/km2 (470/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | PET (UTC-5) | |
| UBIGEO | 020105 | |
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
- ↑ (Spanish) Instituto Nacional de Estadística e Informática. Banco de Información Distrital. Retrieved April 11, 2008.
- ↑ escale.minedu.gob.pe - UGEL map of the Huaraz Province (Ancash Region)
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Coordinates: 9°30′53″S 77°31′39″W / 9.5146°S 77.5275°W
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