Mariscal Castilla Postal Codes: 01455 | Chachapoyas, Amazonas

Key Facts

Mariscal Castilla is a district located within the province of Chachapoyas in the Amazonas region of northern Peru. Situated in the high jungle area of the Andes mountains, this district occupies a strategic position in the northeastern part of Chachapoyas province, characterized by its rugged terrain and elevation that transitions between the highlands and the Amazon basin. The district covers approximately 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 8,000 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock farming, and increasingly, tourism due to its proximity to archaeological sites. Mariscal Castilla is administratively divided into several populated centers and rural communities that dot its mountainous landscape. The district's name honors Marshal Ramón Castilla, a prominent 19th-century Peruvian military leader and former president. This area experiences a subtropical highland climate with distinct wet and dry seasons, supporting diverse flora and fauna typical of the cloud forest ecosystem. As part of Peru's administrative structure, Mariscal Castilla district contains multiple populated centers and rural settlements, each with their own specific postal codes and administrative designations for mail delivery and official documentation purposes.

Neighboring Regions

• Chachapoyas
• Chiliquín
• Cheto
• Quinjalca
• Soloco