Lachay National Reserve | |
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Reserva Nacional de Lachay | |
IUCN category VI (protected area with sustainable use of natural resources) | |
Location | Peru Lima Region |
Nearest city | Huacho |
Coordinates | 11°21′30″S 77°22′10″W / 11.35833°S 77.36944°W |
Area | 5,070 ha (19.6 sq mi) |
Established | June 21, 1977 |
Visitors | 30,000 visitors/year [1] (in annual estimate) |
Governing body | SERNANP |
Website | Reserva Nacional de Lachay (in Spanish) |
Lachay National Reserve (Spanish: Reserva Nacional de Lachay) is a protected area in the region of Lima, Peru.[2] The reserve is located 105 kilometres (65 mi) north from the Peruvian capital, Lima, and protects part of the lomas ecosystem.
Its objective is to restore and conserve flora, fauna and landscapes. Provide services to the public for research, education, tourism and recreation in harmony with nature. Contribute to raising the level of local populations.