Lurín District, Archaeological district with pre-Hispanic pyramids in Lima, Peru
The Lurín District extends across 181 square kilometers between the Pacific Ocean and the river valley, featuring beaches and agricultural lands.
The territory became an official district on January 2, 1857, maintaining its agricultural character within the Lurín River valley through generations.
The National Museum of Peru, established in 2021, presents collections of artifacts and historical objects that reflect the regional heritage.
The Panamericana Highway connects the district to central Lima, providing access to industrial areas, beaches, and archaeological sites.
The district contains the Pachacámac archaeological complex, where pyramidal temples and ancient dwellings reveal multiple pre-Hispanic civilizations.
Location: Lima province
Elevation above the sea: 9 m
Shares border with: Villa El Salvador District, Villa María del Triunfo, Pachacamac, Punta Hermosa
Website: http://munilurin.gob.pe
GPS coordinates: -12.27917,-76.87500
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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