Aija, Peru
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Aija | |
|---|---|
Town | |
 Main square of Aija | |
  Aija | |
| Coordinates: 9°46′S 77°38′W / 9.767°S 77.633°W | |
| Country |  Peru |
| Region | Ancash |
| Province | Aija |
| District | Aija |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | German Ignacio Hizo Requena |
Aija is a town in central Peru, capital of the province Aija in the region Ancash, on the west side of the Cordillera Negra.[1]
The famous scientist Santiago Antúnez de Mayolo was born here.
In ancient times, the city was one of the centres of Recuay culture.[2]
Stone sculpture belonging to Recuay culture has been found at Aija. In fact, Recuay style stone carvings are known as Aija.[citation needed]
