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Provincia de Cajamarca
City in Cajamarca, Peru
Overview
Cajamarca is a lively city in the northern highlands of Peru, known for its rich colonial history, Andean culture, and dramatic landscapes. Famous for its role in the encounter between the Inca Empire and the Spanish conquistadors, it charms visitors with its unique blend of heritage, local gastronomy, and natural attractions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Peru
Region
Cajamarca
Population
348,433
Time Zone
America/Lima
Coordinates
-7.33°, -78.42°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$771
Local Cost
$393
Local Income
$350
Cashless
35
English
25
Temperature
13.7°C
Summer Avg
14.0°C
Winter Avg
12.7°C
Record High
27.6°C
Record Low
0.5°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
439 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
CJA
Distance
23 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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