Aija, Peru facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Aija
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Town
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Main square of Aija
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 Aija, Peru
Location in Peru
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| Country |  Peru |
| Region | Ancash |
| Province | Aija |
| District | Aija |
Aija is a town located in central Peru. It is the main town, or capital, of the Aija province. This province is part of the Ancash region. Aija sits on the western side of the Cordillera Negra, which is a mountain range.
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Famous People from Aija
Who is Santiago Antúnez de Mayolo?
Aija is known as the birthplace of a very important Peruvian scientist. His name was Santiago Antúnez de Mayolo. He was a brilliant engineer and physicist. He made many important contributions to science and technology in Peru.
Aija's Ancient History
The Recuay Culture
Long, long ago, Aija was a significant place for an ancient group of people. This group is known as the Recuay culture. They lived in the highlands of Peru. The Recuay people were famous for their unique art and way of life.
Recuay Stone Carvings
Archaeologists have found amazing stone sculptures in Aija. These sculptures were made by the Recuay people. In fact, the style of these stone carvings is often called "Aija style." This shows how important Aija was to their art.
See also
In Spanish: Aija (Aija) para niños
