Chimbote District

The district spans 1,467 square kilometers along the Pacific coast, maintaining an elevation of 4 meters above sea level with a population of 206,213 residents.

The territory evolved from a small fishing village of 800 people in 1835 to a significant industrial center during World War II through fish canning operations.

The district celebrates the Festivity of San Pedrito in June with a procession honoring fishermen, reflecting the deep connection between the community and maritime activities.

The district contains over 30 fish processing facilities and the SIDERPERU steel company, establishing itself as the center of 75 percent of Peru's fishing operations.

The district experiences minimal rainfall due to the Humboldt current influence, creating cooler temperatures than typical tropical desert regions near the Pacific Ocean.

Location: Santa Province

Capital city: Chimbote

Elevation above the sea: 4 m

Shares border with: Macate District, Cáceres del Perú District, Nepeña District, Nuevo Chimbote District, Coishco District, Santa District, Guadalupito District, Chao District

GPS coordinates: -9.07451,-78.59314

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:29