PROVINCE OF HUAMALÍES

GENERAL DATA.
Location.-Province located in the central western part of
department of Huánuco, crossed by the basin of the Marañón River; its
The territory extends over both slopes of the Central Mountain Range.

History.- Huamalíes derives from the Quechua guamali (purple or temple of

hawk), was recognized as a Province on November 12, 1821. Land
uplifting, heir to the fighting and hardworking spirit of her ancestors.
It was the cradle of the first cry for freedom in America in 1777. It is made up of
the districts of Llata, Arancay, Chavín de Pariarca, Jacas Grande, Jircán
Miraflores, Monzón, Punchao, Puños, Singa, and Tantamayo.

Climate.- It has varied climates ranging from dry temperate to cold.

and dry, warm and humid due to its territory being located in the regions
Quechua, Suni, and Rupa Rupa.

Access.- Connected by unpaved roads and trails

accessible by road. The capital of the province can be accessed by two routes, the first
Lima-Chiquián-Huallanca-La Unión-Pachas-Llata, and the second Huánuco-
Chavinillo-Tingo Chico-Pachas-Llata.

LLATA DISTRICT
LLATA.-At 3400 meters above sea level. It is the capital of the province of Huamalíes, at 172
Km., to the northwest of the city of Huánuco, a distance that is traveled in a
8 hours of travel on a dirt road. Llata is settled.
About the rocky massifs of Huarayrragra, Rondos, and Pumajamuy,
surrounded by the Aco and Tambos rivers that merge and disappear in the tunnel
native of Anglay. It has a dry and mild climate in the months of
September to December; with a lot of rain from January to April, and radiant sun from ...
May to August.
To get to Llata, you take a right turn at Kilometer.
120 from the Huánuco-La Unión highway, in the locality of Pachas.

Tourist Resources.
Morro de Paugarwilca.-The word Paugawilca derives from two voices
Quechuaswilca (sanctuary) Ypaugar (flowering). It is located northeast of Llata.
It is a natural viewpoint from which the city can be seen. In this
area settled the Ogshash tribes, currently found in their
surroundings ancient houses with stone tools and remains of
ceramics.
Llacuy Cave.-It is located in a vast cliff 2 km east of
the city of Llata, a deep cave 1 Km long, used as
cemetery for the ancient inhabitants of Taricay and Huamanhuilca. In its
Inside there are bats, owls, and hawks that shelter in their
stalactites and stalagmites that, due to erosion, have come to form various
figures of varied coloration; likewise, on the interior walls there
rock paintings in ochre red that depict figures
humans and animals. From the entrance to the cave, one can observe a
enormous and beautiful waterfall of crystal clear water.

Main Church.- Located in the Plaza de Armas, it was the first church that
was erected in the city, probably in the year 1573; the main altar and the smaller ones.
they are in a Renaissance style with ancient sculptures of great artistic value,
like the Lord of the Exaltation, the Lord of Ramos, the Virgin of the
Dolores, the Most Pure Virgin, the Virgin of the Assumption, and Saint Joseph; furthermore
there are paintings in baroque style.

Chapel of Virgen del Carmen.- Completely modern chapel built by the

Order of the Combonians. There the image of the Virgin of
Carmen, Patroness of the city of Llata.

Taricay Archaeological Site.-Located 2 km east of the city of Llata.

Their constructions embedded in the slopes are admirable.
stones using slab-shaped stones joined with mud; also
find in your area utensils similar to those that are found in
Tantamayo.

Huamán-Huilca (Worshipers of the Falcon). Fortress city located

strategically at the highest part of the hill. It is located 4 km away.
east of the city of Llata. You can still see its squares, towers and
worship sites. All their constructions are made of overlapping stone slabs.
united with clay.

Archaeological site of Jagraraj.-Pre-Incan structure located at

12 km to the southwest, in Irma Grande. It features an immense cliff of 4
irregular levels in horizontal form, with constructions located on them
even in inaccessible places; they used stones joined with clay;
rock paintings are also appreciated.

Huinao Archaeological Site.- Archaeological site located 5 km away.

north of the city of Llata; its ancient inhabitants took advantage of the
existence of caves to build their rooms in them,
dividing them with carved stones. By means of a long staircase
Pétrea communicates with the cave of 'Ruri Marca'.

Ruri Marca Archaeological Site.-It is located 5 km from Llata, at the

to the left of Huinao, communicating by a stone staircase of more than 1
Km. in length, which leads to a kind of small square.
deep was the cemetery of those inhabitants. A...
immense carved stone snake 15 m long and 2 m wide.

Huala Marca Archaeological Site. - It is located in the hamlet of San

Cristóbal, 10 km west of Llata; pre-Inca remains can be seen;
this place was possibly used as a cemetery; further north is appreciated
Inti Puncoo Puerta del Sol, from where the extraordinary views are appreciated.
sunsets that in the high Andean areas have characteristics
special.

FOLKLORE

Music.-It is varied, with huayno predominating in the vernacular environment.

the afamadatinya huamaliana (in the manner of a procession), the muliza and the yaraví.

Dances.- Their cultural manifestations are filled with a wealth due to their
variety, colorfulness, and expression, both in movement and in clothing.
The main dances are the Tuy-Tuy, Rucu, Huanca, Chuncho, Mama
Rayhuana, Auga,Tatash, Turco, Goriturco, Pallas, Campish, Huarahua, Jija-
rucu.

Craftsmanship.
Carpet weaving
Woven blanket
Mantas
Hats
Clay pots (Casseroles, vases, jugs)
Sereta (straw baskets)

ARANCAY DISTRICT
Arancay.-At 3100 meters above sea level, located in the northwest part of the province,
266 km from the city of Huánuco, on the right bank of the Arancay River,
it has a dry and cold temperate climate; its road is unpaved from Llata to
Jircán, via Chuquibamba, and horse path to Arancay.
Tourist Resources.
Archaeological Zone of Tambo.- 5 Km from Arancay. Its constructions
they present triple trench structures made of stones joined with
bar with a single access.

Magampatay.- Constructions made of stones and clay, were used

as a wooden lintel of lúcumo, and the external part is plastered.

Shocks.- Constructions that are located in the center

town of Coyas, to the north of the Arancay district.

Archaeological Areas Ukrorrayan-Chapash.- Located near the center

Florida town; in Ukrorrayán agricultural land is appreciated and
protected housing with stepped walls. Chapash presents buildings of
3rd and 4th floors.

DISTRICT OF CHAVIN DE PARIARCA

Chavín de Pariarca.-At 3250 m above sea level, it is located in the southwest part of the
Province, on the right bank of the Marañón river; its soil is narrow and
of rugged topography. Access is by gravel road from Llata to
Chavín, via Chuquibamba, and to Huánuco, via Tingo Chico, at a distance of
145 km from the city of Huánuco. Its climate is dry and cold temperate.

Tourist Resources.
Main Church.- Colonial construction, whose Main Altar is adorned with gold leaf.
of gold, and mixed colors, as well as adorned with local fruits; it was
retouched in 1804. Its archive dates back to 1706. It is important to highlight the
separation that exists between the bell tower and the church, through whose side it
open the main street.

Punta Rada Viewpoint - Main viewpoint from where you can observe
the town of Tantamayo and the archaeological sites of Japallán, Celmín
Granero, Piruro, and Susupillo, located in the district of Tantamayo.

JACAS GRANDE DISTRICT

Jacas Grande.- At 3400 meters above sea level, located in the central and southern part of the
Huamalíes province, its capital of the same name is located in
a sloping plain between two small rivers, its relief is rugged;
It is 131 km from the city of Huánuco and can be accessed by a road.
asserted. Its climate is cold.
Tourist Resources.
Quiyayag.- Stone forest located 3 km from Jacas Grande, at a
hour along the horseshoe path. The rocky formations display figures
humans and animals, standing out among them the one of a priest and his
sacristan celebrating mass.

Auquipunta Archaeological Zone - From the pre-Inca period, located 3 km away.

the populated center of Carhuapata (3650 meters above sea level), is characterized by its
castles and buildings up to 3 stories made of clay, which
they form a small citadel, with watchtower facilities,
square, housing and cemetery.
Other Tourist Resources are:
Gochacgaga Lagoons
Marcona Tombs

JIRCÁN DISTRICT
Jircán.- At 3202 meters above sea level, located in the northwestern part of the province, in the
left bank of the Arancay river, its relief is rugged with ravines
deep; its climate is cold. It is 202 km from Huánuco, and its access road
It is via a gravel road. Tourist Resources.
Fortress of Urpish. - Walled area, located at 4000 meters above sea level, to the north of
Tantamayo. It has two entrances and inside it has constructions of
6 floors, built on rocks, that served as housing.

Fortress of Water.
Located 4.5 km north of the Urpish populated center; its constructions
They served as homes. In their structure, a countless number of watchtowers can be seen.

Portachuelo Citadel.-Construction of houses located on

rocks on a steep slope; due to their inaccessible location it is estimated that
It was a military area.

MIRAFLORES DISTRICT
Miraflores.-At 3660 masl, located in the southwestern part of the Province,
on the right bank of a ravine that leads to the Marañón River and
in a small clearing on the slopes of Cerro Atash. The
The road from Llata to Miraflores is gravelled. Its climate is cold.

Tourist Resources.
Archaeological Sites.- In the Pre-Incan Era, the current province
Huamalíes was part of the famous Yarowilca Empire, where they flourished.
a series of towns that vividly showcase a very developed culture.
Currently, they await tourists to astonish them with their cultural wealth.
the beauty of the inter-Andean landscapes and their climate. Among the main
archaeological points of interest are found:

-Wilca Jirca Archaeological Zone.- Located 200 m along the road

Puños-Miraflores.
-Archaeological Zone Huariyog.- Resource of greater importance in the
district.
-Archaeological Zone Castle.- Located 3 km from the populated center of
Miraflores.

MONZÓN DISTRICT
Monzón.-At 970 meters above sea level, the jungle area of the province of Huamalíes,
occupies more than 50% of its territory and is characterized by its large
biodiversity and natural beauty; Monzón, the capital of the district, has a
tropical climate with valleys, fields, springs, and lagoon landscapes
unforgettable. Access is via the Huánuco-Tingo María route.
Monzón, via a paved and gravel road, at a distance
from 188 Km. from Huánuco. It is recommended to visit during the Festival
Patron of the Immaculate Conception, in the month of October.

Tourist Resources.
Monzón River.- The most important river of the Huallaga basin. In its
left margin, which originates from the Yanamayo River, which springs from the
Laguna de Negrococha or Chipaquillo, between the hills of the 3 drains;
it irrigates important agricultural areas and is the means of communication
among the populated centers and native communities that settle in their
rivers. It is navigable all year round.

PUNCHAO DISTRICT
Punchao.-At 3534 meters above sea level, located in the western part of the Province, in the
right bank of a small river that flows into the Marañón and over
a rocky and colorful plain; its climate is temperate, dry, and cold; it is 193 away
Km. to the city of Huánuco, and its access is by gravel road and path
roadable.
Tourist Resources.
Natural and Ecological.
Spring of Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo
Shogshacocha Lagoon

Cultural and Archaeological.

Gold washings of Chuquibamba
Paintings and carvings of the Main Church
Archaeological Center of Yurajmarca and Yanamarca

DISTRICT OF PUNCHES
Fists.- At 3675 masl, located in the southwest part of the province, its capital is
situated on an inclined plane facing the Agoyán River; its climate is cold.
It is connected to Huánuco by a dirt road 190 km away.
distance.

Tourist Resources.
Laguna de Sagracocha.- ½ km from the populated center of Liuyapampa; this
The picturesque lagoon houses a large amount of the local flora and fauna such as trout,
wild ducks, vizcachas, chinchillas, and medicinal plants.

SINGA DISTRICT
Singa.-At 3615 meters above sea level, it is located in the western part of the Province, with
relief of the ravine and slope towards the Marañón River; its climate is cold. It
it connects with the city of Llata and Huánuco via a gravel road; it is located a
a distance of 193 km from the capital of the Department.

Singa Archaeological Complex - Structures made of stone slabs joined with

mud mortar, between the 10th and 14th centuries by the yarowilcas; they comprise the
complex of 3 important citadels.

Huata Citadel.- Two twin observatories of 10 and 12 m in height stand out.

with surveillance windows, highlighting the architectural perfection of its 6 floors.
There are also temples, barns, streets, facades, and houses of
circular shape with vaults.

The Citadel of Winak.-It is largely composed of housing.

with strategically located towers; a cobbled street stands out
surrounded by a semicircular wall with diagonal steps.

Huagtay Balcony.-It consists of a rocky outcrop with a small

window, at the top of a completely flat vertical wall; in its construction
Light stones were used, making it a true feat.
architectural for the time.

TANTAMAYO DISTRICT
Tantamayo.- At 3400 meters above sea level. Its capital, of the same name, is located in
a hillside, on the left bank of the Tantamayo River, 158 km northwest
from Huánuco; it takes about 9 hours to reach this town,
from Huánuco, by a dirt road. Its climate is dry temperate in
the day and cold at night. In the Plaza de Armas, there is a church of the
colonial era, inside which the main altar of style stands out
Churrigueresque.

According to the latest research, 81 sites are located and described.

archaeological, in an area of 65 Km, 2around the town of Tantamayo,
according to archaeologist Bertran Flornoy; the archaeological site of
Tantamayo was a pre-Inca cultural advance that developed between the
10th and 14th centuries, forming an independent nation from the Incas.

Tourist Resources.
"Rascacielos" by Susupillo.- They are pre-Inca constructions, located in
one of the highest peaks of Cerro Susupillo, at 4100 m above sea level, from
where the whole valley can be appreciated. The great Castle of Susupillo, considered the
tallest pre-Inca building on the American continent, consists of 5 floors, 3
pavilions, 16 rooms and 1 altar. It is a fortress surrounded by 3
semicircular walls with their respective towers. The floors have
ornamental projections and windows. In the central part, there is a niche.
in the shape of a vault, with stone arches, inside the rooms were
designed in a circular shape.
Piruro I and II - They are two large groups of constructions located at
3900 masl. It is a large walled structure, in the shape of rings, each
one with large towers of 2 and 3 floors.
In the first one, there is a spectacular mausoleum, where they were buried.
nobility. The buildings are 4 stories in the shape of semicircles. Piruro II
It has a circular layout, where the large buildings are 5 stories tall.

Celmín Granero.-Set of colcas in good state of preservation.

The construction of the colcas was made of slate stones and clay, at a
2 meters apart from each other, giving the appearance of train cars.

Pre-Inca constructions of Japallán.-There is a solitary construction,

located at the mouth of the Tantamayo, at the highest point of the hill at
4100 meters above sea level. Due to its location, it served as a lookout. Its constructions are still intact.
They reach 7 m, not including the platform; the other constructions cover a
 2 where circular towers, observatories, and places of worship can be seen,
an area of 2 km,
castles, sarcophagi all of fine archways.

Jipango constructions.- Made of stone and clay, 2 and 3 stories high, located at
3700 meters above sea level, on the crop terraces on the slopes of Mount Susupillo.

FOLKLORE IN THE PROVINCE.

Dances.
Huamalíes holds the title of Folkloric Capital of Huánuco, due to its diversity of
dances that cultivate their towns, such as:
Tuy Tuy Ruckus
Tatash Pallas
Jijarucu Aymara
Huanca Chunchos
Water Rayhuana
Negritos

Music.
Huayno Parade
Bump

Craftsmanship.
Capes Ponchos
Felt Hats
Skirts Blankets
Rugs Belts

Gastronomy.
Ham Salad Stuffed with Pork
Corn Salad Trout Ceviche
Pachamanca Spicy guinea pig
Ham stew Olluquito with charqui
Potato locro Lamb stew
Head broth Broad bean cream
Santocaldo Green broth
Tocosh Chuñuzca
Bunuelos
 CALENDAR OF FESTIVALS.

February.
12 Anniversay Celebration of the Province

February-March.
Carnivals

March-April.
Holy Week festivities

July.
3-7 Anniversary of the rebellion of Juana Moreno
14-17 Patronal feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
28 National Holidays

September.
13-20 Festivals of the Lord of Rondos

October.
31st Anniversary of the city of Llata

December.
Christmas of the Child