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Photo credit: Ericbronder
The main square of Abancay, capital of the Apurímac Region, has several palm trees which have adapted to the city's elevation of 2378 meters above sea level. Most cities in Peru have main squares, which are called Plaza de Armas in Spanish. They are usually surrounded by the principal city buildings such as the town hall or the main church. (more...)