Supe District

Supe District is an administrative division along Peru's north-central coast, combining agricultural farmland with coastal zones. The area mixes settled towns with open landscapes shaped by both farming and ocean access.

The district was established in 1857 and contains Caral, one of the oldest known settlements in South America. This early occupation marks the region's importance in Peru's archaeological record.

Residents maintain a connection to Caral, one of the earliest centers of Peruvian civilization. The site shapes how local people understand their place in Peru's long history.

The district capital, Supe town, sits at low elevation and offers convenient access for visitors exploring the archaeological sites in the region. Allow time to travel between the various dig sites and the town center.

Beyond Caral, several other archaeological sites such as Chupacigarro, Lurihuasi, and Miraya reveal layers of even older settlement. These multiple locations show how densely inhabited the coast was in prehistoric times.

Location: Barranca Province

Capital city: Supe

Elevation above the sea: 45 m

Shares border with: Supe Puerto District, Barranca District, Cochas District, Ambar District, Huaura District, Vegueta District

Website: http://munisupe.gob.pe

GPS coordinates: -10.79554,-77.71666

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:41