# Chiquián

> capital city of Bolgnesi, Ancash, Peru

**Wikidata**: [Q1074644](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1074644)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiquián)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/chiquian

## Summary
Chiquián is the capital city of Bolognesi Province in the Ancash region of Peru, serving as the administrative center for both the province and the Chiquián District. Located at an elevation of 3,374 meters above sea level, it is a high-altitude city situated at coordinates -10.151 latitude and -77.156 longitude. 

## Key Facts
- **Instance of**: City (large human settlement).  
- **Capital of**: Bolognesi Province and Chiquián District.  
- **Located in**: Chiquián District, Ancash, Peru.  
- **Country**: Peru.  
- **Coordinates**: Latitude -10.151°, Longitude -77.156°.  
- **Elevation**: 3,374 meters above sea level.  
- **Aliases**: Chiquian.  
- **Wikimedia Presence**: 12 sitelinks; Wikipedia titles in 12 languages (ay, de, en, es, fa, it, lt, pt, qu, war, zh, commons).  
- **Identifiers**: VIAF ID 153787560, GeoNames ID 3943688, GNS ID -342466, Freebase ID /m/03gqcc5, Library of Congress Authority ID n98088167, National Library of Israel J9U ID 987007537911305171, Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names ID 1024453.  
- **Commons Category**: Chiquián.  

## FAQs
- **What is Chiquián's administrative role?**  
  It is the capital of both Bolognesi Province and Chiquián District in Peru.  

- **Where is Chiquián located geographically?**  
  The city is in the Ancash region, at coordinates -10.151° latitude and -77.156° longitude, with an elevation of 3,374 meters.  

- **What alternative names does Chiquián have?**  
  It is also known as "Chiquian."  

- **How is Chiquián represented in Wikimedia projects?**  
  It has a dedicated Wikipedia page in 12 languages and a Commons category, with 12 sitelinks across Wikimedia platforms.  

## Why It Matters
Chiquián holds significance as a dual administrative hub for Bolognesi Province and its eponymous district, anchoring local governance and services in the Ancash region. Its high elevation (3,374 meters) underscores its unique geographic position, reflecting the broader Andean topography of Peru. The city’s representation in multiple international databases (e.g., GeoNames, VIAF) and Wikimedia projects further highlights its recognition as a distinct cultural and administrative entity.  

## Notable For
- **Dual Administrative Role**: Serves as the capital of both Bolognesi Province and Chiquián District.  
- **High-Altitude Location**: Elevation of 3,374 meters distinguishes it as a mountainous urban center.  
- **Multilingual Wikimedia Coverage**: Documented in 12 languages on Wikipedia, enhancing its global accessibility.  
- **Rich Identifier Profile**: Listed in authoritative databases such as VIAF, GeoNames, and the Library of Congress.  

## Body

### Geography and Location  
Chiquián is situated in the Ancash region of Peru, at coordinates -10.151° latitude and -77.156° longitude. The city’s elevation of 3,374 meters above sea level places it in the high Andes, characteristic of Peru’s mountainous terrain.  

### Administrative Status  
As the capital of Bolognesi Province, Chiquián functions as the provincial administrative center. It also serves as the capital of the Chiquián District, making it a focal point for local governance and public services in the area.  

### Wikimedia Representation  
The city has a robust presence in Wikimedia projects, with a Wikipedia page available in 12 languages (including Aymara, English, Spanish, and Chinese) and a dedicated Commons category. It has 12 sitelinks across Wikimedia platforms, reflecting its cultural and geographic relevance.  

### Identifiers and Databases  
Chiquián is cataloged in multiple international databases:  
- **VIAF ID**: 153787560 (via the Virtual International Authority File).  
- **GeoNames ID**: 3943688 (linked to the GeoNames geographical database).  
- **GNS ID**: -342466 (U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency identifier).  
- **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n98088167.  
- **National Library of Israel J9U ID**: 987007537911305171.  
- **Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names ID**: 1024453.  

### Additional Metadata  
The city is referenced in academic and cultural contexts through identifiers such as its Freebase ID (/m/03gqcc5) and WOEID (418502). Its "snarc_id" is listed as "Wohldorf-Ohlstedt," though this may relate to a specific dataset or typographical variation.  

### Elevation and Regional Context  
Chiquián’s elevation of 3,374 meters is documented via the Wikimedia Commons (reference Q8449), emphasizing its position within Peru’s highland regions. This altitude contributes to its classification as a high-altitude city, typical of settlements in the Andes mountain range.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. Flickr Shapefiles Public Dataset 2.0
4. GeoNames
5. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File