Independencia District, Huaraz
| Independencia | ||
|---|---|---|
| District | ||
Churup Lake, Independencia District
|
||
|
||
| 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.
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:
Coordinates: 9°30′53″S 77°31′39″W / 9.5146°S 77.5275°W
...
Wikipedia