Barranca Province, Administrative province in coastal Lima Department, Peru.
The province extends over 1,355 square kilometers along the Pacific coast, featuring three river valleys: Fortaleza, Pativilca, and Supe.
Scientists discovered a Pre-Columbian temple with human remains near Barranca in 2023, including a skull wrapped in a 3-meter decorated cloth.
The region contains numerous archaeological sites from ancient civilizations, including settlements dating back 5,000 years in the Americas.
The province divides into five districts: Barranca, Paramonga, Pativilca, Supe, and Supe Puerto, each with independent local administration.
The temperature in Barranca Province maintains a steady range between 15.4°C and 26.3°C throughout the year with minimal rainfall.
Location: Lima Department
Capital city: Barranca
Shares border with: Huaura province, Bolognesi Province, Huarmey Province, Ocros Province
GPS coordinates: -10.66667,-77.71667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:52
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