San Juan de Lurigancho, Administrative district in Lima, Peru.
The district spans 131 square kilometers and extends along the eastern outskirts of Lima at an elevation of 205 meters above sea level.
The Wari civilization constructed the Cajamarquilla complex near San Juan de Lurigancho around 500 AD, establishing a center for 15,000 inhabitants.
The district contains numerous archaeological sites with ancient pyramids, temples, and streets that demonstrate the architectural methods of pre-Columbian civilizations.
Transportation within San Juan de Lurigancho includes multiple bus routes along Proceres de la Independencia Avenue and direct access through the Lima Metro system.
San Juan de Lurigancho maintains its position as the most populated district in Peru, housing over one million residents within its boundaries.
Location: Lima province
Elevation above the sea: 205 m
Shares border with: Carabayllo District, Lima District, Rímac, Independencia, Comas District, San Antonio de Chaclla district, Lurigancho-Chosica, El Agustino District
Website: http://munisjl.gob.pe
GPS coordinates: -12.00222,-77.00833
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:56
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