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Provice of Ancash

Ancash, cradle of the ancient Peruvian culture. It is located in the North-western part of Peru. It comprises a coastal strip as well as the Andean mountain range.

It was the first culture that comprised a great part of the Peruvian territory.

The men from the Chavin Culture were great agricultors. They were characterized by their sculptures of men, animals and misterious symbols and by the construction of big temples and fortresses.

Huaraz, county capital of Ancash, is characterized by its narrow streets with adobe houses and wood balcones.

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