Juliaca
Peru · PunoPE
City in Peru
Juliaca is the capital of San Román Province in the Puno Region of southeastern Peru. It is the region's largest city, with a population of 276,110 inhabitants (2017). On the Altiplano, Juliaca is 3,825 metres (12,549 ft) above sea level, is located on the Collao Plateau and is northwest of Lake Titicaca (45 km), near Chachas Lake, the Maravillas river, and near the ruins of Sillustani. It is the largest trade center in the Puno region.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 208,918
- Coordinates
- -15.500, -70.133
- Timezone
- America/Lima
- Elevation
- 3825 m
Overview of Juliaca
Travellers heading to Puno, Peru will find Juliaca, a compact city. About 208,918 people are based here. Which tells you how much ground there is to cover. The local offer centres on nature, culture and water sports. Season planning starts with its southern-hemisphere location. Elevation is roughly 3,825 metres.
Things to do in Juliaca
Nature in Juliaca
(8)Juliaca's nature entries include Countryside, Islands, Lakes, Mountains and Natural Places. Everything listed here comes from what Juliaca is actually tagged with. Altogether 8 options are tagged here.
Culture in Juliaca
(4)Under culture, Juliaca is tagged with Docks, Historical Sites, Religious Sites and Towers. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Juliaca's own activity tags.
Water Sports in Juliaca
(4)For water sports, expect Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddle and Rafting. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Juliaca.
Adventure in Juliaca
(1)For adventure, expect Adventure. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Juliaca.
Nightlife in Juliaca
(1)Under nightlife, Juliaca is tagged with Casinos. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Juliaca.
Shopping in Juliaca
(1)For shopping, expect Shopping. Each one is worth building half a day around. The list follows Juliaca's own activity tags.
More to do in Juliaca
(1)The other activities shortlist for Juliaca: Secret. Everything listed here comes from what Juliaca is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit Juliaca
December to March is the window for swimming, boating and beach time. The shoulder months of October to November and March to April suit hiking and outdoor days. Juliaca stays visitable year-round thanks to its indoor options.
Getting there & around
Regional links serve Juliaca, and the centre does not need a car. Time zone: America/Lima.
Similar destinations
Places near Juliaca that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Juliaca known for?
- Juliaca, in Puno, Peru, is best known for nature, culture and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 208,918 residents.
- What can you do in Juliaca?
- Recorded activities in Juliaca include Countryside, Islands, Lakes, Mountains and Natural Places. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Juliaca?
- December to March is the window for swimming, boating and beach time. The shoulder months of October to November and March to April suit hiking and outdoor days. Juliaca stays visitable year-round thanks to its indoor options.
- Where is Juliaca located?
- Juliaca is located in Puno, Peru. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
Personal notes
Loading…