Tabaconas-Namballe
Peru, Cajamarca
Tabaconas-Namballe
About Tabaconas-Namballe
Tabaconas-Namballe National Sanctuary in San Ignacio Province, Cajamarca, protects the southernmost extent of the páramo ecosystem in South America, a high-altitude grassland typically found in the northern Andes. The sanctuary shelters the spectacled bear, mountain tapir, and the rare oncilla (tigrina), along with extraordinary diversity of orchids and bromeliads. It is considered one of the world's most important areas for the conservation of high-altitude Andean ecosystems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tabaconas-Namballe located?
Tabaconas-Namballe is located in Cajamarca, Peru at coordinates -5.16, -79.27.
How do I get to Tabaconas-Namballe?
To get to Tabaconas-Namballe, the nearest city is San Ignacio (25 km).
How large is Tabaconas-Namballe?
Tabaconas-Namballe covers approximately 321.2 square kilometers (124 square miles).
When was Tabaconas-Namballe established?
Tabaconas-Namballe was established in 1988.