Its original name, which continues to be the alternative name of the city, dates back to the Incan and Viceregal periods of its history, until its official change by Simón Bolívar in 1825 through a decree to commemorate the battle of Ayacucho during the Peruvian War of Independence.

3 days ago · Ayacucho, city, south-central Peru. It lies in a fertile valley on the eastern slopes of the Andean Cordillera Occidental at an elevation of 9,007 feet (2,746 metres) above sea level and has a pleasant and invigorating climate.

Ayacucho (fundada como San Juan de la Frontera de Huamanga el 25 de abril de 1540 y llamada Huamanga hasta el 15 de febrero de 1825) es una ciudad peruana capital del distrito homónimo, de la provincia de Huamanga y del departamento de Ayacucho.

Ayacucho is a must-see destination during your visit to Peru. Enjoy the city, people, the food and handicrafts that make Ayacucho a spot that you can not miss on your Peruvian adventure! What are you waiting for?

Travelers are only just rediscovering Ayacucho's treasures. Richly decorated churches dominate the vivid cityscape alongside peach- and pastel-colored colonial buildings hung with wooden balconies.

Ayacucho, a place that deserves to be explored in its entirety, awaits you. Founded in 1450, this region has witnessed numerous events throughout history. Among those that stand out the most is the battle of Ayacucho (1824) carried out in the Pampa de la Quinua, which sealed the Independence of Peru.

4 days ago · The remains of people killed during Peru’s internal armed conflict (1980-2000) lie together during a funeral Mass at the Ayacucho Cathedral, after the district attorney’s office identified them and returned them to families, in Ayacucho, Peru, Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024.

Feb 7, 2020 · Ayacucho is one of Peru’s largest and most exciting cities. Tucked away in the mountains of central Peru, almost halfway between Lima and Cusco, it is a wonder that is almost overlooked entirely by travelers.

Dec 23, 2020 · There are already five Peruvian destinations that hold the Safe Travels stamp endorsed by the World Travel and Tourism Council. First were Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, the city of Cusco, the Miraflores district and now the beautiful Ayacucho, located in the Southern Sierra of Peru.

Jul 21, 2024 · Ayacucho is a hidden gem in Peru, offering a unique mix of Andean culture, beautiful colonial architecture, and a deep history. It’s in the Andes Mountains and is called the “City of Churches” for its many Renaissance and Baroque churches.