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Town and municipality in Junín, Peru
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Jauja, (Sausa, Xauxa) is in Southern Sierra (Peru). It is at an altitude of 3,400 m (11,200 ft). Its population in 2015 was about 15,000 people. The town, with a laid-back ambiance and salubrious climate, has narrow streets with houses painted blue. Although visited by few tourists, the town has several significant ruins and attractions, more than Huancayo (which also has few tourists). Laguna de Paca lake is close to the city.
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Iglesia Matriz de Jauja
Dating from 1564, the Jauja Cathedral was built in Baroque and Rococo style. Interior highlights include double drop ceiling tiles, finely carved wooden altars, colonial retablos, and the image of Our Lady of the Rosary (patron of Jauja). The church required rebuilding after collapsing in March 1836 when Estanilslao Marquez was the pastor. The systematic reconstruction was initiated in 1914 by parish priest Fr Paul. The façade was completed in 1921 under Father Barrier, a leading architect of religious buildings. Interior renovations began in 1928. The back of the presbytery includes Solomonic additions. The bell tower is modern and contains brass bells that can be heard for miles. In 1906, a chiming clock was incorporated under pastor Dr. Sixto G. Davila.
Laguna de Paca lake has Xauxa stone buildings in ruins.
A bizarre canyon landscape. Accessible either by a footpath from the cemetery or following the footpath from the ruins above the lake.
Dorms and private rooms. Wi-Fi, cable TV.
Bar, terrace, restaurant, 24-hour front desk, room service, free WiFi, free private parking, and paid airport shuttle service. All rooms atare equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. Guest rooms include a desk. Continental breakfast included.
By car
Jauja is connected by highway to Lima and La Oroya. It is on Highway 3S which comes from Lima, 40 km (25 mi) to the northwest of the regional capital of Huancayo.
By train
Jauja is served by Jauja railway station of the central line of the national railway system.
By plane
Taxis and colectivos wait in the carpark of Terminal Terrestre. To get a taxi you have to go to the taxi rank at the bus terminal).
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