Quinua, Peru facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Quinua
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Obelisk on the pampa near Quinua commemorating the Battle of Ayacucho
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 Quinua, Peru
Location in Peru
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| Country | Peru |
| Region | Ayacucho |
| Province | Huamanga |
| District | Quinua District |
| Elevation | 3,300 m (10,800 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (PET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (PET) |
Quinua is a small, historic town located high in the mountains of Peru. It is found in the Quinua District, within the Huamanga Province of the Ayacucho Region. The town sits at an altitude of about 3,300 meters (10,830 ft), which is very high up!
Quinua is famous for being the place where the important Battle of Ayacucho happened in 1824. This battle was a big step for Peru to become independent.
For a long time, Quinua was known for its beautiful handmade pottery. It was also a stop for travelers going between the larger towns of Huamanga (also called Ayacucho) and Huanta. People in Quinua mostly grew their own food to live, which is called subsistence farming.
In 1974, something special happened. Peru celebrated 150 years since the Battle of Ayacucho. To get ready, a new paved road was built connecting Quinua to Huamanga. This made the trip much shorter, from half a day to less than an hour! A tall obelisk, which is a monument, was also built to remember the 44-year fight for independence. It stands 44-meter (144 ft) high.
After a difficult time in Peru, Quinua started to become a popular place for tourists. The town used its history to attract visitors. More than 10,000 people visit Quinua every year!
Things to See in Quinua
There are many interesting things for visitors to explore in Quinua:
- The actual battlefield where the Battle of Ayacucho took place.
- The tall obelisk that honors the heroes of independence.
- A historical museum located in the house where the agreement to end the battle was signed.
- The town's traditional buildings and unique architecture.
- Delicious traditional Ayacucho foods, often served in a countryside setting.
Today, making pottery is the main job in Quinua. About 70% of the adults in the town work in making or selling the town's famous pottery.
Climate in Quinua
Quinua has a mountain climate. The weather changes throughout the year, with warmer days and cooler nights.
| Climate data for La Quinua, elevation 3,215 m (10,548 ft), (1991–2020) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 18.6 (65.5) |
18.1 (64.6) |
17.8 (64.0) |
18.4 (65.1) |
18.7 (65.7) |
18.1 (64.6) |
17.8 (64.0) |
18.7 (65.7) |
19.2 (66.6) |
19.6 (67.3) |
20.6 (69.1) |
19.0 (66.2) |
18.7 (65.7) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 7.1 (44.8) |
7.1 (44.8) |
7.0 (44.6) |
6.5 (43.7) |
5.3 (41.5) |
4.0 (39.2) |
3.4 (38.1) |
4.0 (39.2) |
5.7 (42.3) |
6.6 (43.9) |
6.8 (44.2) |
6.7 (44.1) |
5.9 (42.5) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 129.3 (5.09) |
149.3 (5.88) |
123.2 (4.85) |
41.7 (1.64) |
20.5 (0.81) |
5.8 (0.23) |
12.5 (0.49) |
12.9 (0.51) |
34.5 (1.36) |
50.7 (2.00) |
62.7 (2.47) |
112.7 (4.44) |
755.8 (29.77) |
| Source: National Meteorology and Hydrology Service of Peru | |||||||||||||
Images for kids
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The Obelisk near Quinua, remembering the Battle of Ayacucho.
See also
In Spanish: Quinua (Perú) para niños
