It is known as the "City of Churches ". The Cathedral, Compañía de Jesus, San Francisco de Asis, Santo Domingo and Santa Clara are among the most beautiful colonial temples in the city.

The best time to visit Ayacucho is during Holy Week, the most emotive and spectacular in the country. Ayacucho is home of great artisans who make impressive pieces such as 'retables,' small portable altars in which Andean scenes are portrayed.

Population: 82,131 inhabitants.

Altitude: 2761 m.a.s.l.

Climate: The city of Ayacucho has a dry, mild and very healthy climate, sunny year round.