La Oroya District
| La Oroya | |
|---|---|
| District | |
| Country |
 Peru
|
| Region | Junín |
| Province | Yauli |
| Founded | November 15, 1893 |
| Capital | La Oroya |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Cesar Augusto Gutierrez Revilla |
| Area | |
| • Total | 388.42 km2 (149.97 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) |
| Population (2005 census) | |
| • Total | 19,908 |
| • Density | 51/km2 (130/sq mi) |
| Time zone | PET (UTC-5) |
| UBIGEO | 120801 |
| Website | munilaoroya.gob.pe |
La Oroya District is one of ten districts of the Yauli Province in Peru. It is a region that is rich in zinc, lead and copper.
One of the highest peaks of the district is Hatun Punta at approximately 4,400 m (14,400 ft). Other mountains are listed below:
Coordinates: 11°31′19″S 75°54′36″W / 11.5220°S 75.9100°W
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