The Omate Valley is an attractive natural space located in the remote Andes of Peru. This beautiful valley is located in the department of Moquegua, in the district of Villa de San Lino de Omate, and is one of the most fertile valleys in the region. The agricultural territory that this fertile valley presents is characterized by the predominance of aromatic fruits, among its crops, such as: limes, avocados, peaches and figs; It is also possible to find other varieties such as oregano, muña, mint crops, among others. The beauty of the Omate Valley is accompanied by the beautiful snow-capped mountains that surround it. Around Omate it is possible to see the snow-capped Goylanto and also the Paylogen; Other surrounding hills that also beautify the landscape are Cerro Junín and Cerro Blanco (last mountain, from where it was recently possible to observe the 2012 Dakar Rally).
The fertile terrain of the Omate Valley has also allowed the development of different species of animals in its territory, so it is not unusual to find birds such as vultures, pigeons, eagles, etc. in the valley. In addition to giant shrimp that weigh more than 300 grams; One more resource in the Valley's waters are silversides. Other animals that we can find in greater numbers in the area are those raised by ranchers, among them: cows, horses, pigs, sheep, goats, among other small animals. The Omate Valley also has other attractions, in addition to the ecological ones, such as its festivals. In the Valley, one of the main celebrations is the celebration of Holy Week, where altars known as “posas” are erected, which are characterized by their large size.
Around the Omate Valley, there are also a series of attractions of great interest, such as the El Chorro Falls, where it is possible to practice canoeing; as well as you can also find temples from the Colonial Era, etc. Whoever visits this Valley, likewise, cannot fail to try the exquisite products that are prepared with raw materials from the same valley, such as the famous Omate bread and the wines and piscos made with the fruits of the Omate vineyards.
Location:
The Omate Valley is located northeast of the department of Moquegua, nestled in the Western mountain range of the Andes of Peru, southern sector, between the snow-capped mountains Goylanto, Paylogen and the Junín and Cerro Blanco hills.
Climate:
It covers the altitudinal coasts that range from 1,500 to 3,900 meters above sea level, that is, it includes the natural regions known as Yunga and Quechua, which gives it a dry temperate climate with little river rainfall.
Geography:
Its capricious orography is the result of the intense volcanic activity that developed in the area. Proof of this is that throughout the area, hills and peaks are covered by banks of volcanic material. The last major event is related to the eruption of the Huaynaputina volcano in 1600, which formed deposits of volcanic material up to 5 m thick. The genesis of its soil is related to the volcanic events that occurred, for this reason, they are suitable for the cultivation of different types of fruit trees, as well as for the growth of varied natural vegetation. Among the species that stand out the most we find willows, molles, yaros, guarangos, chilcas, reeds, vilcas, callocos, bird bobo, huacanes, carricillo and grasses on the river bank, but even more so in the hills and mountains that surround the valley. .
Flora:
If we add to the soil factor the characteristic that the valley has 10 hours of sun per day and an average temperature of 16 °C, this makes it the most important fruit valley in the Moquegua region, since it is produced from the fruits tropical to highland citrus. Takeaway bread products are also grown, but on a small scale, and forage for raising cattle, horses, pigs, sheep, goats and small animals.
Fauna:
On the other hand, the valley has a very good variety of fauna, highlighting birds such as pigeons (5 varieties), eagles, vultures and condors in the highest parts and an innumerable variety of small birds that populate it.
Facts:
The territory of the valley is characterized by presenting food crops such as avocados, peaches, figs, etc., which is why it is considered a paradise for many. It is possible to find medicinal herbs that help various ailments such as muña, mint and oregano. In the surroundings of the Omate valley it is possible to see the snow-capped mountains of Goylanto and Paylogen, as well as hills such as Cerro Junín and Cerro Blanco. As for fauna, it is possible to observe birds throughout the area such as vultures, pigeons and eagles. Within the waters of the river that runs through the valley you can find large shrimps that weigh more than 300 grams and silversides. Small or farm animals include horses, cows, pigs and sheep. In addition to the natural attractions, this Valley has cultural attractions such as its celebration festivities for Holy Week where large altars are erected. You can also visit attractions near the valley such as the El Chorro waterfalls where it is possible to go canoeing. The genesis of its soils is related to the volcanic events that occurred. Among the flora are willow, molle, guarango, carrizo, chilca, carricillo and grasses on the river bank.
Visits:
It is possible to visit the Omate Valley all year round from 6 in the morning to 6 in the afternoon and entry is completely free.
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