Huaraz

Capital of the department of Ancash, north of Lima. The white and black ranges of the Andes crossthis region and impressive snow covered peaks crown the heights between the intermontane valley known as the callejon de Huaylas. The ruins of Chavín  de Huantar are to be found 116 kilometers south east of the city.

General facts

Altitude: 3,027 m.a.s.l

Climate: Temperate and semi tropical.

The rainy season runs from November to March.

Average anual temperature: Varies between 0 °C and 24 °C

Transport from Lima: bus, car and air

Plaza de armas – Huaraz