Castilla Postal Codes: 04600 to 04665 | Arequipa

Key Facts

Castilla is a province located in the Arequipa region of southern Peru, situated in the western part of the country along the Pacific coast. Geographically positioned in the northern section of the Arequipa region, Castilla encompasses diverse terrain ranging from coastal desert areas to Andean highlands, with the province stretching from the Pacific coastline inland toward the western slopes of the Andes mountains. The province covers approximately 6,914 square kilometers and has a population of around 40,000 people according to recent estimates. Castilla is administratively divided into 14 districts, including its capital city of Aplao, along with other significant districts such as Machaguay, Uraca, and Andagua. The province's economy is primarily agricultural, with cultivation of crops like grapes, olives, and various fruits in the fertile valleys, while mining also contributes to the local economy in certain areas. The Majes River, one of Peru's important waterways, flows through parts of the province, supporting irrigation for agricultural activities. Visitors to Castilla can access comprehensive postal code information for all its districts through our detailed regional database.

Neighboring Regions

• Caylloma
• Condesuyos
• La Unión
• Camaná