Apurímac is a region in southern-central Peru. It is bordered on the east by the Cusco Region, on the west by the Ayacucho Region, and on the south by the Arequipa and Ayacucho regions. The region’s name originates from the Quechua language and means “where the gods speak” in reference to the many mountains of the region (gods in the andean religion) that seems to be talking each other.

Besides Abancay, the capital and most important economic and political centre, another tourist attraction in the region is Andahuaylas, a rather cold city, located at 2980 meters above sea level (9,800 ft) and the region’s agricultural centre. Its main church is the Cathedral de San Pedro, built in Colonial style architecture. A one-piece stone fountain stands out in the Plaza de Armas. Close to Abancay in the way to Cusco is the famed Saywite Stone.

Located 4 km from Andahuaylas, Talavera de la Reyna is another place worth visiting. The main square or Plaza de Armas is remarkable, built in stone with an impressive tower with a clock. Nearby, the thermal baths of Hualalache may be visited. Chalhuanca, the capital of the province of Aymaraes, located at 2,800 m (2,100 ft), preserves beautiful churches built during Colonial times, containing fine wood carvings and gold leaf. A detailed account of Apurimac’s architecture can be found in the works of Peruvian Writer and architect Armando Arteaga.

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