Moquegua is a department in southern Peru that extends from the coast to the highlands. Its capital is the city of Moquegua, its beautiful historical center is grandiose monument of the creativity of its people , the highest expression of architecture is reflected in the traditional slanted roofs , whose traditional architecture form trapesoidal give a unique and singular aspect to this beautiful city. The city of Moquegua is the political, administrative , cultural , economic and commercial center of all the Moquegua region , and is among the main Peruvian cities for its high rates of GDP and national education .