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Main Resources: Pasco is first among the mining departaments because of its production of lead, zinc, silver and coal. Population: 241,000 inhabitants. Its capital, Cerro de Pasco has 72,100 inhabitants. Number of Provinces and Districts: 3 provinces and 28 districts. Date of Foundation: As department, November 27th, 1944. Ethnic Groups: The Asháninkas, the Tyrolese (settlers of German origin), the Amuesha. Typical Foods: Patasca de Mote, Caldo Verde.
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