Huaraz Waras |
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District | |
Main square in Huaraz with the Cordillera Blanca in the background
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Country | Peru |
Region | Ancash |
Province | Huaraz |
Capital | Huaraz |
Government | |
• Mayor | Vladimir Meza |
Area | |
• Total | 432.99 km2 (167.18 sq mi) |
Elevation | 3,052 m (10,013 ft) |
Population (2005 census) | |
• Total | 52,592 |
• Density | 120/km2 (310/sq mi) |
Time zone | PET (UTC-5) |
UBIGEO | 020101 |
Huaraz District is one of twelve districts of the province Huaraz in Peru.
The Cordillera Blanca and the Cordillera Negra traverse the district. Some of the highest mountains of the district are listed below:
Coordinates: 9°32′S 77°32′W / 9.533°S 77.533°W