# Ayacucho

> capital city of Ayacucho, Peru

**Wikidata**: [Q504215](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q504215)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ayacucho)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/ayacucho

## Summary
Ayacucho is a city located in Peru, founded on April 25, 1540. It serves as the capital of the Ayacucho Department, the Huamanga Province, and the Ayacucho District. Also known historically as Huamanga or San Juan de la Frontera de Huamanga, it is recognized by UNESCO as a City of Crafts and Folk Art.

## Key Facts
- **Country**: Peru
- **Inception**: April 25, 1540
- **Aliases**: Huamanga, San Juan de la Frontera de Huamanga, Humanga
- **Population**: 216,444 (2017 census); 180,766 (2015); 151,019 (2007 census); 177,420 (other source)
- **Coordinates**: Latitude -13.163055555555555, Longitude -74.22444444444444
- **Elevation**: 2,761 meters above sea level
- **Area**: 2,981,370,000 square metres
- **Time Zone**: UTC−05:00
- **Demonym**: ayacuchano (masculine singular)
- **UNESCO Status**: Member of the Creative Cities Network as a City of Crafts and Folk Art (since 2019)
- **Capital Of**: Ayacucho Department, Huamanga Province, Ayacucho District
- **License Plate Code**: Y
- **Postal Code**: 05000–05003
- **UN/LOCODE**: PEAYP
- **Twin Towns**: Avezzano, Verona

## FAQs
**What is the population of Ayacucho?**
According to the 2017 census, the population of Ayacucho is 216,444. Previous census data recorded 151,019 residents in 2007, and estimates for 2015 placed the population at 180,766.

**What are the historical names for Ayacucho?**
Ayacucho is historically known as Huamanga and San Juan de la Frontera de Huamanga. Other aliases include Humanga.

**What is Ayacucho's role in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network?**
Ayacucho was designated a UNESCO City of Crafts and Folk Art in 2019. It is a member of the wider Creative Cities Network.

**Where is Ayacucho located?**
The city is situated in the Huamanga Province of Peru at an elevation of 2,761 meters. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 13.16°S latitude and 74.22°W longitude.

## Why It Matters
Ayacucho holds significant administrative importance as the capital of both the Ayacucho Department and the Huamanga Province. Its designation as a UNESCO City of Crafts and Folk Art highlights its cultural value and commitment to preserving traditional craftsmanship. Founded in the 16th century, the city serves as a historical and demographic hub in the region, evidenced by its substantial population growth in the early 21st century.

## Notable For
- Being a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network under the category of Crafts and Folk Art.
- Serving as a triple capital for the Ayacucho Department, Huamanga Province, and Ayacucho District.
- Historical significance dating back to its inception on April 25, 1540.
- High elevation location at 2,761 meters above sea level.
- Population exceeding 200,000 residents according to the 2017 census.

## Body

### Geography and Demographics
Ayacucho is situated in Peru within the Huamanga Province at coordinates 13°09′47″S 74°13′28″W. The city covers an area of 2,981,370,000 square metres and rests at an elevation of 2,761 meters above sea level. It operates within the UTC−05:00 time zone.

Demographic records show a steady increase in population:
- **2007**: 151,019 (census)
- **2015**: 180,766
- **2017**: 216,444 (census, preferred value)

The city's territory overlaps with several districts, including Carmen Alto, Andrés Avelino Cáceres Dorregaray, San Juan Bautista, and Jesús Nazareno.

### Administration and Government
Ayacucho functions as the administrative center for multiple jurisdictions. It is the capital of the **Ayacucho Department**, the **Huamanga Province**, and the **Ayacucho District**. The city is part of the Creative Cities Network, a status it achieved in 2019. Its license plate code is **Y**, and its local dialing code is **66**.

### History and Heritage
The city was officially founded on **April 25, 1540**. It has a rich nomenclature history, having been known as *San Juan de la Frontera de Huamanga* and *Huamanga*. Residents are referred to as *ayacuchano* (masculine singular). Visual symbols of the city include its coat of arms and a flag, both of which are documented in the Wikimedia Commons.

### International Relations
Ayacucho maintains international ties through town twinning programs. It is twinned with **Avezzano** and **Verona**. It is also associated with various global identifiers, such as the GeoNames ID **3947019** and the GNS Unique Feature ID **-337841**.

### Identification and Technical Data
Ayacucho is cataloged under numerous international database identifiers, reflecting its global recognition. Key identifiers include:
- **Wikidata ID**: Q4071
- **VIAF ID**: 146740337
- **GND ID**: 4004045-8
- **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n95016904
- **Encyclopædia Britannica Online ID**: place/Ayacucho-Peru
- **Bibliothèque nationale de France ID**: 119700427

The city maintains a presence across 52 different language sites on Wikipedia and has an extensive gallery and category on Wikimedia Commons. Images of the city, including a night view of a local church and an aerial view, are publicly available.

### External Sources
Ayacucho has been described or cited in several historical and modern publications, including *The Nuttall Encyclopædia* and the 11th edition of the *Encyclopædia Britannica*. Further details can be found via its ID on platforms like Quora (Ayacucho-Peru), Facebook (112540428758836), and OpenStreetMap (node 272029209).

## References

1. [Source](https://www.comune.verona.it/nqcontent.cfm?a_id=5485)
2. BnF authorities
3. [Source](http://www.geopostcodes.com/Ayacucho_Ayacucho)
4. [Source](https://en.unesco.org/creative-cities/ayacucho)
5. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
6. Czech National Authority Database
7. [Source](http://desarrolloperuano.blogspot.fr/2014/06/peru-poblacion-de-las-principales.html)
8. [Source](http://proyectos.inei.gob.pe/web/biblioineipub/bancopub/Est/Lib1020/Libro.pdf)
9. [2017 Peru Census](https://www.inei.gob.pe/media/MenuRecursivo/publicaciones_digitales/Est/Lib1539/libro.pdf)
10. [2007 Peru Census](https://www.inei.gob.pe/media/MenuRecursivo/publicaciones_digitales/Est/Lib1539/libro.pdf)
11. GeoNames
12. BBC Things
13. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/pe.htm)
14. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File