Ayacucho
Peru · AyacuchoPE
Department of Peru
Ayacucho, known as Huamanga from its creation in 1822 until 1825, is a department of Peru. It is located in the south-central Andes of the country. The region was one of the hardest hit in the 1980s during the guerrilla war waged by Shining Path. It is administered by a regional government. Its capital is the city of Ayacucho.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 665,109
- Coordinates
- -13.159, -74.223
- Timezone
- America/Lima
- Elevation
- 2746 m
Overview of Ayacucho
Ayacucho is the kind of sizeable city you find in Ayacucho, Peru. Records put its population near 665,109. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. The local offer centres on culture, nature and nightlife. Its southern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 2,746 metres.
Things to do in Ayacucho
Culture in Ayacucho
(10)Under culture, Ayacucho is tagged with Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Cathedrals and Cemeteries. The full list runs to 10 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Ayacucho.
Nature in Ayacucho
(8)Ayacucho's nature entries include Caves, Countryside, Forest, National Parks and Nature Reserves. All of it is drawn from Ayacucho's recorded activities. That is 8 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Nightlife in Ayacucho
(5)For nightlife, expect Clubs, Disco, Events, Festival and Music. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Ayacucho.
Adventure in Ayacucho
(3)Our data lists Abseiling, Adventure and Off Road Trails as adventure options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Ayacucho.
Family in Ayacucho
(2)Family in Ayacucho covers Aquariums and Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Ayacucho.
Sports in Ayacucho
(2)On the sports side, Ayacucho offers Running and Slopes. All of it is drawn from Ayacucho's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Shopping in Ayacucho
(1)Our data lists Food as shopping options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Ayacucho.
Wellness in Ayacucho
(1)The wellness shortlist for Ayacucho: Farms. Everything listed here comes from what Ayacucho is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
More to do in Ayacucho
(1)Other activities lovers get Secret. All of it is drawn from Ayacucho's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Ayacucho
Choose October to November and March to April for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Ayacucho straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: America/Lima.
Similar destinations
Places near Ayacucho that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ayacucho known for?
- Ayacucho, in Ayacucho, Peru, is best known for culture, nature and nightlife. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 665,109 residents.
- What can you do in Ayacucho?
- Recorded activities in Ayacucho include Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Cathedrals and Cemeteries. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Ayacucho?
- Choose October to November and March to April for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Ayacucho located?
- Ayacucho is located in Ayacucho, Peru. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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