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Mirgas

Ancash, Peru · South America

About Mirgas

Mirgas sits on the route: 10 minutes from Chaccho, 56km from Huascarán National Park.

Mirgas is a town located in Ancash, Peru. With a population of 654, it is an important destination in South America.

On a road trip, Mirgas sits in Peru, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Lima time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mirgas to your route.

About Mirgas

Chaccho District is one of six districts of the Antonio Raymondi Province in Peru.

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What are the best things to do in Mirgas?

Mirgas offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Mirgas located?

Mirgas is located in Ancash, Peru, South America. The coordinates are -9.0792 latitude, -77.0934 longitude.

What is the population of Mirgas?

Mirgas has a population of approximately 654 people, making it a town in Peru.

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Quick Information

Population
654
Continent
South America
Country
Peru
Region
Ancash
Timezone
America/Lima
Coordinates
-9.0792, -77.0934

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Peru

Police
105
Ambulance
106
Fire
116
Driving side
right
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South AmericaPeruAncashTown

Worth the detour from Mirgas

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

national park

Huascarán National Park

UNESCO park protecting the Cordillera Blanca, including the 6,768-metre Huascarán, entered on roads from Huaraz.

56 km · about 65 min drive

ancient ruins

Chavin de Huantar

A 3,000-year-old temple complex in the Cordillera Blanca with a labyrinth of stone galleries leading to the Lanzon, a 4.5 m carved granite deity still standing where it was placed.

58 km · about 65 min drive

natural wonder

Laguna 69

A breathtaking turquoise glacial lake at 4,600 meters in the Cordillera Blanca, surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Mirgas

  • 64 kmLaguna ParonThe largest lake in the Cordillera Blanca at 4,185 m, a hard turquoise pool beneath the pyramid of Artesonraju. Reached by a steep 32 km unpaved road from Caraz.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Mirgas.

Chaccho

🇵🇪 Peru

4 km away

Chingas

🇵🇪 Peru

12 km awayPop. 729

Aczo

🇵🇪 Peru

14 km awayPop. 464

San Juan de Rontoy

🇵🇪 Peru

15 km away

San Nicolás

🇵🇪 Peru

16 km away

Huacaybamba

🇵🇪 Peru

16 km away

Pinra

🇵🇪 Peru

19 km away

Uco

🇵🇪 Peru

22 km awayPop. 833

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