Paccaritambo Postal Codes: 08515 | Paruro, Cusco

Key Facts

Paccaritambo is a district located in the Paruro Province of the Cusco Region in southern Peru. Situated in the Andean highlands, this district occupies a strategic position within the mountainous terrain that characterizes much of the Cusco department. Paccaritambo covers an area of approximately 250 square kilometers and has a population of around 3,000 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture and traditional crafts. The district is administratively divided into several smaller communities and settlements that dot its rugged landscape. According to Inca mythology, Paccaritambo holds significant cultural importance as it is traditionally considered one of the possible locations for the legendary cave of Pacaritambo, from where the first Inca ancestors, Manco Cápac and Mama Ocllo, emerged to found the Inca Empire. This historical connection makes the district an area of interest for both cultural tourism and anthropological study. Visitors to this region can explore the rich cultural heritage while residents and businesses can access detailed postal code information for all communities within the Paccaritambo district.

Neighboring Regions

• Accha
• Omacha
• Yaurisque
• Pillpinto
• Huanoquite