Junín
Peru, Junin, Pasco
Junín
LocationPeru, Junin, Pasco
RegionJunin, Pasco
TypeNational Reserve
Coordinates-11.0300°, -76.1300°
Established1974
Area530
Nearest CityJunín (5 km)
About Junín
Junín National Reserve protects Lake Junín (Chinchaycocha), the largest lake entirely within Peru and a critical Andean wetland at 4,082 meters elevation. The reserve is a Ramsar site of global importance, sheltering the critically endangered Junín grebe found nowhere else in the world, along with the Junín rail and large populations of Andean waterfowl. The vast totora reed beds and surrounding puna grasslands support diverse Andean wildlife.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Junín located?
Junín is located in Junin, Pasco, Peru at coordinates -11.03, -76.13.
How do I get to Junín?
To get to Junín, the nearest city is Junín (5 km).
How large is Junín?
Junín covers approximately 530 square kilometers (205 square miles).
When was Junín established?
Junín was established in 1974.