Pelechuco Municipality facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pelechuco Municipality
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Municipality
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Jach'a Waracha as seen from the west, Pelechuco Municipality
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 Pelechuco Municipality
Location in Bolivia
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| Country |  Bolivia |
| Department | La Paz Department |
| Province | Franz Tamayo Province |
| Seat | Pelechuco |
| Area | |
| • Total | 968 sq mi (2,507 km2) |
| Elevation | 12,800 ft (3,900 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,115 |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (BOT) |
Pelechuco Municipality is a part of the Franz Tamayo Province in the La Paz Department of Bolivia. It's like a local government area. In 2001, about 5,115 people lived there. The main town, or 'seat', is called Pelechuco.
The municipality shares its borders with other areas. To the north, it meets the Apolo Municipality. To the east, it's bordered by Apolo and Curva. In the south, you'll find Curva and Charazani Municipalities. To the west, Pelechuco Municipality borders Peru.
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Exploring the Geography of Pelechuco
The Apolobamba mountain range runs through this municipality. It's a stunning area with many high peaks.
Tallest Mountains in Pelechuco
The highest mountain in the municipality is Chawpi Urqu (also known as Wisk'achani). It stands very tall at 6,044 meters (19,829 feet).
Here are some other important mountains in the area:
- Allqamarini
- Apachita Pura Pura
- Chawpi Urqu (Bolivia)
- Chinkani
- Ch'amakani
- Ch'usiqani
- Jach'a Waracha
- Jichu Qullu
- Kulli Pata
- Khunuyu
- Machu Such'i Qhuchi
- Palumani
- Puka Puka
- Punta Yawri
- P'isaqa
- Qala Phusa
- Q'umir Pata
- Rit'i Apachita
- Salluyu
- Supay Punku
- Ulla Qhaya
- Wanakuni
- Wank'uchiri
- Waracha
- Yawa Yawa
How Pelechuco is Divided
Pelechuco Municipality is split into four smaller areas called cantons. Each canton has its own population.
- Antaquilla de Copacabana: 964 people lived here in 2001.
- Pelechuco: This is the most populated canton, with 2,756 people in 2001.
- Suches: This canton had 227 people in 2001.
- Ulla Ulla: In 2001, 1,168 people lived in this canton.
Fun Places to Visit in Pelechuco
Pelechuco Municipality has many interesting places for visitors to explore.
- Katantica Peak: This is one of the most important peaks in the Apolobamba mountain range. It's about 5,592 meters (18,346 feet) high and is located in Pelechuco Canton.
- Pelechuco Town: You can visit the old colonial town of Pelechuco itself. It has a lot of history.
- Queara Village: Near Pelechuco, you'll find the village of Queara. It's located in a very high part of the Madidi National Park.
- Ulla Ulla National Reserve: This special reserve is in Ulla Ulla Canton. Today, it's part of the Apolobamba Integrated Management Natural Area, which helps protect nature.
- Guanan Ruins: Explore the ancient ruins from before the Spanish arrived. These pre-Hispanic ruins are in Pelechuco Canton.
- Cololo Lake: This beautiful lake is found in Antaquilla de Copacabana Canton.
- Suches Lake: You can also visit Suches Lake, which sits right on the border with Peru.
Images for kids
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Jach'a Waracha as seen from the west, Pelechuco Municipality
See also
In Spanish: Pelechuco (municipio) para niños
