Huancayo, capital of the Junin Region, is found in the beautiful and fertile Mantaro Valley, 3,271 meters (10,728 ft) above sea level. The valley is the main commercial center of the southern sierra of Peru. All of the towns of the valley produce their own food and pursue their trade, principally as artisans, and they celebrate the typical festivals of the year. During the Huancayo anniversary festival, which happens in November, people from all parts of Peru attend to exhibit their typical foods, crafts, dances and music. The city market offers a mini version of this each Sunday. Also, you can visit the witch market which contains a series of natural medicines and mystical services to satisfy all tastes.
